Kevin McCarthy

House · CA · Republican

Born: Jan 26, 1965

Service history (9 terms)

110th Congress — House, CA, Republican (2007-01-04 to 2009-01-03)
111th Congress — House, CA, Republican (2009-01-06 to 2011-01-03)
112th Congress — House, CA, Republican (2011-01-05 to 2013-01-03)
113th Congress — House, CA, Republican (2013-01-03 to 2015-01-03)
114th Congress — House, CA, Republican (2015-01-06 to 2017-01-03)
115th Congress — House, CA, Republican (2017-01-03 to 2019-01-03)
116th Congress — House, CA, Republican (2019-01-03 to 2021-01-03)
117th Congress — House, CA, Republican (2021-01-03 to 2023-01-03)
118th Congress — House, CA, Republican (2023-01-03 to 2023-12-31)

Recorded votes (1448 on record)

YeasubstantiveMay 24, 2023 · House · Passed
VET–TEC Authorization Act of 2023
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — H R 1669 — VET-TEC Authorization Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMay 24, 2023 · House · Passed
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans".
On Passage — H J RES 45 — Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to “Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans”
Plain-language explanation available
YeaproceduralMay 24, 2023 · House · Failed
Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Commerce relating to "Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414".
Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding — H J RES 39 — Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Commerce relating to “Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord with Presidential Proclamation 10414”
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMay 23, 2023 · House · Passed
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 467) to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 11) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards"; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 45) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans".
On Agreeing to the Resolution — H RES 429 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 467) HALT Fentanyl Act; S.J.Res. 11, Congressional Disapproval “Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards”; and H.J.Res. 45, Congressional Disapproval “Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans”
Plain-language explanation available
YeaproceduralMay 23, 2023 · House · Passed
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 467) to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 11) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards"; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 45) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans".
On Ordering the Previous Question — H RES 429 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 467) HALT Fentanyl Act; S.J.Res. 11, Congressional Disapproval “Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards”; and H.J.Res. 45, Congressional Disapproval “Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans”
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMay 17, 2023 · House · Passed
POLICE Act of 2023
On Passage — H R 2494 — POLICE Act
Plain-language explanation available
NaysubstantiveMay 17, 2023 · House · Failed
POLICE Act of 2023
On Agreeing to the Amendment — H R 2494
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMay 17, 2023 · House · Agreed to
Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act
On Agreeing to the Amendment — H R 3091
Plain-language explanation available
YeaproceduralMay 17, 2023 · House · Passed
In the matter of George Santos.
On Motion to Refer — H RES 114 — In the matter of George Santos
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMay 16, 2023 · House · Passed
Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended — H RES 363 — Expressing support for recognizing “National Police Week”
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMay 15, 2023 · House · Passed
NDO Fairness Act
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass — H R 3089 — NDO Fairness Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMay 11, 2023 · House · Passed
TRANQ Research Act of 2023
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — H R 1734 — TRANQ Research Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMay 11, 2023 · House · Passed
Protecting Taxpayers and Victims of Unemployment Fraud Act
On Passage — H R 1163 — Protecting Taxpayers and Victims of Unemployment Fraud Act
Plain-language explanation available
NayproceduralMay 11, 2023 · House · Failed
Protecting Taxpayers and Victims of Unemployment Fraud Act
On Motion to Recommit — H R 1163 — Protecting Taxpayers and Victims of Unemployment Fraud Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMay 11, 2023 · House · Passed
Secure the Border Act of 2023
On Passage — H R 2 — Secure the Border Act
Plain-language explanation available
NayproceduralMay 11, 2023 · House · Failed
Secure the Border Act of 2023
On Motion to Recommit — H R 2 — Secure the Border Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMay 10, 2023 · House · Passed
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2) to secure the borders of the United States, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1163) to provide incentives for States to recover fraudulently paid Federal and State unemployment compensation, and for other purposes.
On Agreeing to the Resolution — H RES 383 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2) Secure the Border Act and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1163) Protecting Taxpayers and Victims of Unemployment Fraud Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMay 10, 2023 · House · Agreed to
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2) to secure the borders of the United States, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1163) to provide incentives for States to recover fraudulently paid Federal and State unemployment compensation, and for other purposes.
On Agreeing to the Amendment — H RES 383
Plain-language explanation available
YeaproceduralMay 10, 2023 · House · Passed
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2) to secure the borders of the United States, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1163) to provide incentives for States to recover fraudulently paid Federal and State unemployment compensation, and for other purposes.
On Ordering the Previous Question — H RES 383 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2) Secure the Border Act and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1163) Protecting Taxpayers and Victims of Unemployment Fraud Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveApr 28, 2023 · House · Passed
Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Commerce relating to "Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414".
On Passage — H J RES 39 — Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Commerce relating to “Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord with Presidential Proclamation 10414”
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveApr 26, 2023 · House · Passed
Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass — H R 1339 — Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveApr 26, 2023 · House · Passed
HR 2811 (118th Congress)
On Passage — H R 2811 — Limit, Save, Grow Act
Plain-language explanation available
NayproceduralApr 26, 2023 · House · Failed
HR 2811 (118th Congress)
On Motion to Recommit — H R 2811 — Limit, Save, Grow Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveApr 26, 2023 · House · Passed
Encouraging the expansion and strengthening of the Abraham Accords to urge other nations to normalize relations with Israel and ensure that existing agreements reap tangible security and economic benefits for the citizens of those countries and all peoples in the region.
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree — H RES 311 — Encouraging the expansion and strengthening of the Abraham Accords to urge other nations to normalize relations with Israel and ensure that existing agreements reap tangible security and economic benefits for the citizens of those countries and all peoples in the region
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveApr 20, 2023 · House · Passed
Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2023
On Passage — H R 734 — Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act
Plain-language explanation available
NayproceduralApr 20, 2023 · House · Failed
Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2023
On Motion to Recommit — H R 734 — Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveApr 19, 2023 · House · Passed
Countering Untrusted Telecommunications Abroad Act
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — H R 1149 — Countering Untrusted Telecommunications Abroad Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveApr 19, 2023 · House · Passed
Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022.
On Passage — H J RES 42 — Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMar 30, 2023 · House · Passed
Lower Energy Costs Act
On Passage — H R 1 — Lower Energy Costs Act
Plain-language explanation available
NayproceduralMar 30, 2023 · House · Failed
Lower Energy Costs Act
On Motion to Recommit — H R 1 — Lower Energy Costs Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMar 24, 2023 · House · Passed
Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust.
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree — H CON RES 25 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMar 24, 2023 · House · Passed
Parents Bill of Rights Act
On Passage — H R 5 — Parents Bill of Rights Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMar 24, 2023 · House · Failed
Parents Bill of Rights Act
On Agreeing to the Amendment — H R 5
Plain-language explanation available
NaysubstantiveMar 24, 2023 · House · Failed
Parents Bill of Rights Act
On Agreeing to the Amendment — H R 5
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMar 23, 2023 · House · Passed
Providing Appropriate Recognition and Treatment Needed to Enhance Relations with ASEAN Act
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass — H R 406 — PARTNER with ASEAN Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMar 23, 2023 · House · Passed
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) to ensure the rights of parents are honored and protected in the Nation's public schools.
On Agreeing to the Resolution — H RES 241 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) Parents Bill of Rights Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeaproceduralMar 23, 2023 · House · Passed
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) to ensure the rights of parents are honored and protected in the Nation's public schools.
On Ordering the Previous Question — H RES 241 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) Parents Bill of Rights Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMar 10, 2023 · House · Passed
COVID-19 Origin Act of 2023
On Passage — S 619 — COVID-19 Origin Act
Plain-language explanation available
NayproceduralMar 9, 2023 · House · Failed
Protecting Speech from Government Interference Act
On Motion to Recommit — H R 140 — Protecting Speech from Government Interference Act
Plain-language explanation available
NaysubstantiveMar 8, 2023 · House · Failed
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from Syria.
On Agreeing to the Resolution — H CON RES 21 — Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from Syria
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMar 7, 2023 · House · Passed
Wounded Warrior Access Act
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — H R 1226 — Wounded Warrior Access Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveMar 1, 2023 · House · Passed
Reduce Exacerbated Inflation Negatively Impacting the Nation Act
On Passage — H R 347 — Reduce Exacerbated Inflation Negatively Impacting the Nation Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveFeb 28, 2023 · House · Passed
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 347) to require the Executive Office of the President to provide an inflation estimate with respect to Executive orders with a significant effect on the annual gross budget, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 30) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Prudence and Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments and Exercising Shareholder Rights".
On Agreeing to the Resolution — H RES 166 — Providing for consideration of (H.R. 347) Reduce Exacerbated Inflation Negatively Impacting the Nation Act; (H.J.Res. 30) congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of tile 5, U.S.C., of the rule submitted by the Dept. of Labor relating to Prudence & Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments & Exercising Shareholder Rights
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveFeb 9, 2023 · House · Passed
Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022.
On Passage — H J RES 26 — Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Revised Criminal Code Act
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveFeb 9, 2023 · House · Passed
Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022.
On Passage — H J RES 24 — Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveFeb 9, 2023 · House · Passed
Condemning the Chinese Communist Party's use of a high-altitude surveillance balloon over United States territory as a brazen violation of United States sovereignty.
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree — H RES 104 — Condemning the Chinese Communist Party’s use of a high-altitude surveillance balloon over United States territory as a brazen violation of United States sovereignty
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveFeb 8, 2023 · House · Passed
To terminate the requirement imposed by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers, and for other purposes.
On Passage — H R 185 — To terminate the requirement imposed by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers, and for other purposes
Plain-language explanation available
NayproceduralFeb 8, 2023 · House · Failed
To terminate the requirement imposed by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers, and for other purposes.
On Motion to Recommit — H R 185 — To terminate the requirement imposed by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers, and for other purposes
Plain-language explanation available
NaysubstantiveFeb 8, 2023 · House · Failed
To terminate the requirement imposed by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers, and for other purposes.
On Agreeing to the Amendment — H R 185
Plain-language explanation available
YeasubstantiveFeb 8, 2023 · House · Agreed to
To terminate the requirement imposed by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers, and for other purposes.
On Agreeing to the Amendment — H R 185
Plain-language explanation available