About Us

Empowering Civic Engagement and Understanding

This project was created to empower everyday people with easy access to the workings of Congress. We believe that democracy thrives when citizens are informed and engaged, but navigating the legislative process can feel overwhelming and opaque. By providing clear, comprehensive tools to track bills, understand their impact, and follow lawmakers' actions, this project seeks to bridge the gap between the public and policymaking. Our mission is to make federal legislation more transparent, accessible, and relevant to everyone—because an informed public is a stronger democracy.

Our Data Sources:

The information provided on this platform is sourced exclusively from publicly available, open-source government datasets, including but not limited to data published by the Library of Congress, the Government Publishing Office (GPO), and official Congressional websites such as congress.gov. These sources supply data on federal legislation, voting records, bill texts, and other legislative materials.

This site operates as an independent platform that organizes, parses, and presents this data for public use. While we strive to maintain accuracy and up-to-date information, no warranties are made regarding the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of the data. Users are encouraged to verify details by cross-referencing the information with official sources.

All legislative data presented here is made available under applicable laws governing public domain content, ensuring it can be freely accessed and utilized by individuals and organizations. The platform does not claim ownership of this data and complies fully with all relevant usage terms established by the original data providers.

https://www.govinfo.gov/bulkdata (Bill Text/Statuses)
https://gpo.congress.gov/ (Bill Sponsors)
https://uscode.house.gov/download/priorreleasepoints.htm (USCode Text)
https://bioguide.congress.gov/ (Member Profiles)
https://theunitedstates.io/ (Member Metadata)
https://clerk.house.gov/ (House Roll-Call Votes)
https://www.senate.gov/ (Senate Roll-Call Votes)

Frequently Asked Questions:

How often is the data updated?
We update our data regularly to ensure the most current information is available. Most updates occur in real time or within a few hours of changes being published by official government sources.
Who can use Congress.dev?
Congress.dev is designed for everyone—from policy analysts, journalists, and developers to everyday citizens who want to stay informed about federal legislation.
Is there an API available for developers?
Yes! Congress.dev provides a robust API for developers to access legislative data programmatically. You can integrate it into your applications to create custom solutions or conduct detailed analysis.
Is Congress.dev free to use?
Our core platform is free to use for general users.
How can I track specific bills or topics?
You can use our search and filtering tools to track specific bills, topics, or keywords. Additionally, users can sign up for alerts to receive updates on legislation of interest.
How accurate is the information provided?
We rely on official government sources for all our data, ensuring a high degree of accuracy. However, we recommend cross-referencing with the original sources for critical decisions.
Can I contribute or report an issue?
Absolutely! We value feedback from our users. If you spot an issue or have suggestions, please contact us to reach out.
Does Congress.dev provide legal advice?
No, Congress.dev is an informational tool and does not provide legal advice. For legal guidance, consult a qualified attorney or legal expert.
How can I stay updated about new features or updates?
You can follow us on X.com for the latest news, updates, and feature releases.
Can I use the data for my own projects or research?
Yes, all data on Congress.dev is sourced from public domain datasets and can be freely used under applicable laws. Be sure to review the terms of use for the original data sources as well.