Bonnie Watson Coleman
DemocraticNew Jersey-12House of Representatives
Bonnie Marie Watson Coleman is an American politician serving as the U.S. representative for New Jersey's 12th congressional district since 2015. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously served in the New Jersey General Assembly from 1998 to 2015 for the 15th legislative district. She is the first African-American woman to represent New Jersey in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Source: Wikipedia →Terms of Service
House of Representatives · 2015–2017
House of Representatives · 2017–2019
House of Representatives · 2019–2021
House of Representatives · 2021–2023
House of Representatives · 2023–2025
House of Representatives · 2025–present
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To improve response to, and preparation for, heat waves and extreme heat, and for other purposes.
119-HR-9021May 22, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to require employers to allow employees to take meal, rest, restroom, and medical breaks, and for other purposes.
119-HR-9008May 21, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
To amend the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 201 et seq.) to authorize research on the impacts of traumatic birth experiences and post-traumatic stress disorder on mothers, infants, and families, and for other purposes.
119-HR-8869May 15, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
To acknowledge the Black Women Best framework to empower and improve life for all through guaranteed income, expanding child and income tax credit, increasing access to equitable health care and government assistance, prohibiting policing in schools, and prioritizing restorative justice.
119-HRES-1292May 14, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
New Pathways Act
119-HR-8645Crime and Law EnforcementApr 30, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Commission on Advancing Restorative Justice in Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 2026
119-HR-8360EducationApr 16, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Filer Voter Act
119-HR-8130Government Operations and PoliticsMar 26, 2026
Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
To amend title 10, United States Code, to expand the authority to provide a wig and treat traction alopecia under the TRICARE program, and for other purposes.
119-HR-7933Armed Forces and National SecurityMar 12, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 114th birthday and celebrating its legacy of providing girls with a secure and inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.
119-HRES-1114Government Operations and PoliticsMar 12, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Welcoming International Success Act
119-HR-7859ImmigrationMar 5, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Data Center Community Impact Act
119-HR-7858EnergyMar 5, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act of 2026
119-HR-7566Labor and EmploymentFeb 12, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
WORK to Save Lives Act
119-HR-7479Labor and EmploymentFeb 10, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Fundamental Immigration Fairness Act
119-HR-7456ImmigrationFeb 9, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
PrEP Assistance Program Act
119-HR-7385HealthFeb 4, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Stop Online Ammunition Sales Act of 2026
119-HR-7166Crime and Law EnforcementJan 20, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Customer Non-Discrimination Act
119-HR-7005Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesJan 9, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Stop Padding Presidential Pockets Act
119-HR-6831Government Operations and PoliticsDec 17, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Employee Profit-Sharing Encouragement Act of 2025
119-HR-6418TaxationDec 3, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act
119-HR-6243CongressNov 21, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.