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Seat

Representative for Massachusetts District 1

Born

February 14, 1949

Age 77

Phone

(202) 225-5601

Office

372 Cannon House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Massachusetts District 1

Richard E. Neal

Richard Edmund Neal is an American politician serving as the U.S. representative for Massachusetts's 1st congressional district since 1989. The district, numbered as the 2nd district from 1989 to 2013, includes Springfield, West Springfield, Pittsfield, Holyoke, Agawam, Chicopee and Westfield, and is much more rural than the rest of the state. A member of the Democratic Party, Neal has been the dean of Massachusetts's delegation to the United States House of Representatives since 2013, and he is also the dean of the New England House delegations.

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Voting Record — 581

Yes40%

No53%

Present0%

Not Voting7%

Party align99%

Cross-party1%

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District Map

Congressional District 1

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

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Richard E. Neal

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMassachusetts District 1

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Richard E.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 3 sponsored · 40 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 18(source)

If there’s one thing the Trump Administration is consistent about, it’s finding new ways to steal from the American people. Republicans can keep ignoring these gross abuses of power, but today I am leading my Democratic colleagues to protect the money you’ve worked hard to earn.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 15(source)

My full statement here: democrats-waysandmeans.house.gov/media-center...

Neal Statement on Trump’s Latest Taxpayer Scam

WASHINGTON, DC— Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after it was reported that President Trump planned to settle his frivolous lawsuit again...

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 15(source)

No one should ever have to worry about their tax dollars being stolen by their President to enrich themselves and their family.

Ways and Means Committee Democrats

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While families are struggling to stretch their dollars to cover the basics, Trump is continuing to find new ways to steal from them.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 15(source)

It’s striking that days before Trump’s personal lawyers and his DOJ lawyers have to prove there’s no conflict of interest between them, they’re settling this case with a sham slush fund. This reeks of desperation to loot the taxpayer before the jig is up.

Trump poised to drop IRS suit, launch $1.7B 'weaponization' fund for allies: Sources

President Trump is expected to drop his $10 billion IRS suit in exchange for the creation of a $1.7 billion fund for victims of governmental "weaponization," sources say.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 15(source)

He's stealing from you.

Trump poised to drop IRS suit, launch $1.7B 'weaponization' fund for allies: Sources

President Trump is expected to drop his $10 billion IRS suit in exchange for the creation of a $1.7 billion fund for victims of governmental "weaponization," sources say.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 13(source)

When people are struggling to put gas in their cars, stretching their paychecks to keep up with prices, and grappling with an endless war, what is Trump doing? Working to make himself $10 billion richer with your taxpayer dollars. You work too hard to be robbed like this.

The New York Times

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Breaking News: The Justice Department is said to be considering settling a lawsuit President Trump filed against the IRS over the release of his tax returns.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 13(source)

Yet another ploy by the President to get rich off the backs of taxpayers. His corruption knows no bounds.

Justice Dept. Officials Consider Settling Trump Suit Against I.R.S.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 12(source)

The Trump Administration exposed the exact type of sensitive data fraudsters use to steal from the Medicare program. The American people deserve answers, accountability, and assurances that this won't happen again.

Ways and Means Committee Democrats

@waysmeanscmte.bsky.social

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Another day, another data breach. When the Trump Administration exposes Social Security numbers on a public website, the American people deserve answers.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 8(source)

The Supreme Court’s decision to weaken voting rights is a stain on our democracy. The right to vote is fundamental to who we are as Americans. After years of hard-fought progress by voters of color, this ruling marks a dangerous step backward. Democrats won’t stop fighting to protect voting rights

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 8(source)

My full statement:

Neal Statement on April 2026 Jobs Report

SPRINGFIELD, MA— Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released the April 2026 jobs report:

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 8(source)

Americans have had all they can handle from the Trump economy. What people are earning isn't keeping up with inflation. Gas prices are up 50%, and the cost to fly has surged 20%. How do Republicans expect families to weather something an airline couldn’t?

Ways and Means Committee Democrats

@waysmeanscmte.bsky.social

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Nearly half of Americans are struggling to afford their groceries. And Republicans call that a “strong economy.”

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 7(source)

If you were wondering where Republican priorities lie, here's your answer: ❌ Make health care more affordable ❌ Make groceries more affordable ❌ Make gasoline more affordable ✅ Ask taxpayers to fork over $1 billion for Trump's ballroom www.nbcnews.com/politics/whi...

Republicans propose $1 billion in taxpayer dollars to secure Trump ballroom

The president said repeatedly that the White House ballroom would be privately funded but has raised security concerns, particularly in light of the correspondents' dinner shooting.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 7(source)

Gas prices rising in all 50 states as average nears $5 — how much worse will it get?

The average price of a gallon of gas in the United States is on the rise in all 50 states, one prominent fuel industry analyst said.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 7(source)

The average price of gas in the U.S. surpassed $4.50/gallon, up more than $1.50 since Trump's war began. This is the "small price to pay," as the President described it, for his reckless & illegal war. Add gasoline to the growing list of things Americans can no longer afford under Trump's economy.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govMay 1(source)

The more that's exposed, the worse it gets. First, it was DOGE. Now, it's Medicare and Social Security numbers being exposed in a half-baked government database. The people need answers.

Medicare portal database exposed health providers’ Social Security numbers

It is the latest technical problem related to the Trump administration’s push to create a national directory of health providers.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govApr 30(source)

Don’t let Republicans convince you that they’re the party of fiscal responsibility.

U.S. Debt Tops 100% of GDP

Federal debt exceeding the size of the economy is a potent symbol of the gathering fiscal stresses on the U.S.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govApr 15(source)

My full statement:

Neal Statement on the Failure of the Big Ugly Law

WASHINGTON, DC—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement marking the end of the 2026 tax filing season:

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govApr 15(source)

This Tax Day, it’s clear: Republicans handed tax cuts to the wealthy and higher costs to workers and families. Over 2 million refunds delayed, sky-high inflation, and a stretched-thin IRS that Trump is suing for $10 billion. Americans were promised relief but got higher bills instead.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govApr 6(source)

To all those who celebrated today, happy Easter! I hope your day was filled with hope, renewal, and time spent with those who matter most.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govApr 2(source)

There are few times in history where we can so clearly trace so much economic calamity back to one day. But President Trump has made it easy for us.

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Sponsored Bills(3)

H.R. 8060 (119th)
To reauthorize funding for programs to prevent, investigate, and prosecute elder abuse, negl…
H.R. 6722 (119th)
Automatic IRA Act of 2025
H.R. 1337 (119th)
To add Ireland to the E3 nonimmigrant visa program.

Cosponsored Bills(40)

H.R. 9226 (119th)
To direct restoration and protection efforts of the 5-State Connecticut River Watershed regi…
Joined: 2026-06-09
H.R. 8802 (119th)
To provide compensation to law enforcement officers who defended the United States Capitol d…
Joined: 2026-05-13
H. Res. 1241 (119th)
Of inquiry requesting the President of the United States to furnish certain information to t…
Joined: 2026-04-30
H.R. 7805 (119th)
To reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-03-04
H.R. 7736 (119th)
To require the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to refund tariffs collecte…
Joined: 2026-02-26

Leadership

No leadership roles

Committees

Committee on Ways and Means

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Voting History

581 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-02-24	S. 2503 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-24	H.R. 6329 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-02-12	H.R. 2189 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	S. 1383 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	S. 1383 (119th)	Motion to Commit	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-11	H.R. 261 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H.R. 261 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-11	H.J. Res. 72 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H.R. 3617 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H.R. 3617 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-11	H. Res. 1057 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H. Res. 1057 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H. Res. 1042 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-02-11	H. Res. 1042 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-10	H.R. 1531 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-02-09	H.R. 6644 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-02-04	H.J. Res. 142 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-04	H.R. 4090 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-04	H.R. 4090 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-03	H.R. 7148 (119th)	Accept Senate changes	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-03	H. Res. 1032 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-03	H. Res. 1032 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-03	H.R. 3123 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-02-02	H.R. 980 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-22	H. Con. Res. 68 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-22	H.R. 6359 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-22	H.R. 6359 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-22	H.R. 7148 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-22	H.R. 7148 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-22	H.R. 7148 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-22	H.R. 7147 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-22	H. Res. 1014 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-22	H. Res. 1014 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-01-22	H. Res. 1014 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H.J. Res. 140 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H.R. 6945 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H.R. 6945 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-21	H. Res. 1009 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H. Res. 1009 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H.R. 5764 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-20	H.R. 5763 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H. Res. 992 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-14	H. Res. 992 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 4593 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed

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