Update federal programs to improve infrastructure and economic opportunities in rural communities.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Rural Development Modernization Act?
The Rural Development Modernization Act, known as H.R. 7609, has remained in House committees since February 19, 2026. House committee members must take action to advance the bill, but the binding constraint is that most legislation never receives a committee vote. This lack of progress is common, as committee inaction is how the vast majority of bills end.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Rural Development Modernization Act (H.R. 7609 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
Next up: A house committee · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 5359 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 5359 (118th) →
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Who’s behind it
Jim Costa (D-CA)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.