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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 — 496

Yes40%

No55%

Present0%

Not Voting5%

Party align99%

Cross-party0%

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District Map

Congressional District 1

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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 · 38 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

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

60 years ago today, Medicare and Medicaid became law. Since then, these programs have made health care a reality for hundreds of millions, helping people live with dignity, security, and hope. Democrats have never stopped fighting to keep this promise – and we never will.

Graphic with text: 60 years of Democrats preserving, protecting, and expanding Medicare and Medicaid.

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Ways and Means Committee Democrats@waysmeanscmte.bsky.socialJul 25(source)

15 million people kicked off their health care. Trillions added to the national debt. Republicans are playing a dangerous game and putting your future on the line.

Graphic with text: Republicans are gambling with America's future

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govJul 25(source)

The final verdict of the cost of Republicans’ harmful bill? $3.4 TRILLION and millions kicked from their health care. The American people do not deserve this cruelty. www.politico.com/news/2025/07...

GOP megabill’s final score: $3.4T in red ink and 10 million kicked off health insurance, CBO says

The package President Donald Trump signed on July 4 would grow the deficit over the next 10 years, Congress’ nonpartisan scorekeeper predicts.

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Ways and Means Committee Democrats@waysmeanscmte.bsky.socialJul 22(source)

Republicans are betting on billionaires and gambling with America’s future. Ways and Means is heading west this week.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govJul 23(source)

When Democrats got to work and expanded health care, a record number of Americans enrolled in plans and saw their costs go down. Republicans are reversing our progress, and now, Americans in the ACA marketplace could see 75% increases in their premiums. www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...

Health insurance through Affordable Care Act faces big premium hikes

The average consumer could also pay 75 percent more for a marketplace plan, according to a KFF analysis, driven by the expiration of federal subsidies.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govJul 21(source)

Republicans did nothing but break promises in their ugly law: ❌ No tax on tips? Still taxed, only temporary and limited deductions. ❌ No tax on overtime? Still taxed, only partial and temporary deductions. ❌ No tax on Social Security? Not even close. www.nytimes.com/2025/07/01/u...

Trump and Republicans Mislead on Policy Bill’s Effect

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

More hospitalizations + fewer doctors = unnecessary lives put at risk due to Republicans’ cuts. Billionaire tax breaks shouldn’t be funded on the backs of working people and their health care. www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...

Another report suggests Medicaid cuts could lead to thousands of deaths

The new report estimates that coverage losses could lead to delayed care, increased hospitalizations and more deaths. Its findings echo a study published in June.

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

Social Security is a lifeline for tens of millions. Using it for misleading political messaging is reckless and undermines the trust the agency has built with the American people for nearly 90 years. @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social is correcting the record ⬇️ www.thedailybeast.com/trumps-socia...

Trump’s Social Security Boss Busted Sharing Bogus Tax Claims

The agency told millions that the president’s bill eliminates taxes on Social Security, which is not the case.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govJul 17(source)

5 years ago today, we lost one of the greats. John Lewis dedicated his life fighting to make America a better and more just place, showing us how kindness and forgiveness are what truly make a person strong and great. We miss him every day.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govJul 17(source)

There’s more to policy than what makes headlines, and that’s why @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social is breaking down the Ways and the Means of how the sausage gets made in our new Substack. Follow along: waysmeanscmte.substack.com?r=61mqcp&utm...

Ways and Means Committee Democrats

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We’re growing! There’s the way policy is made and the means behind it. That’s what you can expect from our new Substack: The Ways and the Means. 📬 Subscribe here: waysmeanscmte.substack.com?r=61mqcp&utm...

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

The Republican tax bill attacks hospitals in Massachusetts. It cuts off revenue, cuts jobs, and cuts lifesaving care for thousands. More on this with @ianpickus.bsky.social on @wamcradio.bsky.social: www.wamc.org/podcast/the-...

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Ian Pickus@ianpickus.bsky.socialJul 14(source)

Today's @wamcradio.bsky.social Congressional Corner with Rep. Richard Neal is now up! www.wamc.org/podcast/the-...

Congressional Corner with Rep. Richard Neal

WAMC's Ian Pickus speaks with Mass. Rep. Richard Neal, a Democrat from the 1st district, July 14, 2025.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govJul 3(source)

Leader @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social has been holding the floor for over 8 hours because he—and every single Democrat—knows just how disastrous this bill is for the American people. No matter what happens today, Democrats and I won’t stop fighting for a brighter future for every American.

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

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

Neal Statement on Evans Retirement

SPRINGFIELD, MA—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E.

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

Dwight Evans has dedicated over 45 years of public service fighting for fairer and safer communities — carrying Philly’s spirit and resilience in everything he does. His advocacy and moral compass have made Congress, PA, and the nation stronger. Wishing my friend and his family all the best ahead.

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

Democrats are committed to defending and strengthening Social Security and Medicare for every worker, every retiree, and every generation to come. My statement on today’s Social Security and Medicare Trustees Reports: democrats-waysandmeans.house.gov/media-center...

Neal Statement on the 2025 Social Security and Medicare Trustees Reports

SPRINGFIELD, MA – Today, Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement on the 2025 Social Security and Medicare Trustees Reports:

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

Social Security and Medicare are essential commitments to the American people. The Trump Administration’s current assault on the Social Security Administration is not a glitch or a misstep — it’s a feature of the Republican playbook and is a backdoor benefit cut.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govJun 11(source)

2/ And for what? To give the top 0.1% an extra $700 per day, while those making less than $50,000 get less than $1 per day.

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govJun 11(source)

1/ Nothing is off the table for Republicans when it comes to delivering another tax cut for billionaires. ❌ 16 million Americans will lose their health care ❌ 17 million children will be denied the full value of the Republicans' Child Tax Credit ❌ $300B will be cut from SNAP

Rep. Richard Neal@neal.house.govJun 11(source)

The rich right now in America do not need a tax cut. Republicans and I could agree on a lot more things if they agreed people making under $400,000 should get a tax relief, not those making over $400,000.

Ways and Means Committee Democrats

@waysmeanscmte.bsky.social

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Ranking Member @neal.house.gov made it crystal clear this morning: "The American people are being left behind in a system that is rigged."

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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(38)

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
H. Res. 1078 (119th)
Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services…
Joined: 2026-02-25
H.R. 7615 (119th)
To require the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to refund tariffs collecte…
Joined: 2026-02-20

Leadership

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Committees

Committee on Ways and Means

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Voting History

496 total votes

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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
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
2026-01-13	H.R. 4593 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2312 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2270 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2262 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2262 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H. Res. 988 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H. Res. 988 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 6504 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 6500 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-12	H.R. 2683 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-09	H.R. 5184 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 1834 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H. Res. 780 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 131 (119th)	Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-08	H.R. 504 (119th)	Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Divisions B and C	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Division A	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 780 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-06	—	Call of the House	PRESENT	—	—	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed

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