119th Congress
Clay Higgins
Representative, LA-3, Louisiana
Party
- Republican
- Born
- August 24, 1961 (age 65)
- In Congress
- House since 2017
- Term Ends
- January 3, 2027
- Votes With Party
- 87%
- Missed Votes
- 5%
- Office Phone
- 202-225-2031
- Website
- clayhiggins.house.gov
Committees
- Armed Services
- Oversight and Government Reform
- House Select Subcommittee to Investigate the Remaining Questions Surrounding January 6, 2021
Who Is Clay Higgins?
Clay Higgins is a Republican representative from LA-3 in the 119th Congress. In Congress: House since 2017. Born August 24, 1961, Higgins is 65. On the 310 bills their chamber decided by roll call, Higgins voted on 294 and missed 16. Higgins voted with the majority of their party 87% of the time. Higgins sponsored 39 bills and resolutions this Congress.
How Clay Higgins Voted
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- YeaProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision".
- YeaPROOF Act
- YeaLindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
- YeaRatepayer Protection Act
- YeaWater Resources Development Act of 2026
- YeaNational Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026
- NayRetire through Ownership Act
- NayDirecting the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- YeaProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision".
- NayDiesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025
- YeaGUARD Act
- YeaWhistleblower Protection Act of 2025
Bills Clay Higgins Sponsored
- Protecting Elders From Government Error Act (H.R. 10243, In Committee)
- Janie Wynn Protecting Elders from Financial Exploitation Act (H.R. 10242, In Committee)
- Restoring Integrity and Efficiency to Inspector General Oversight Act of 2026 (H.R. 9725, In Committee)
- Comment Integrity and Management Act (H.R. 9643, In Committee)
- Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act (H.R. 2715, Passed the House)
- Defend American Agriculture Act (H.R. 9781, In Committee)
- To designate the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Lafayette, Louisiana, as the "Rodney C. Hamilton Sr. VA Clinic". (H.R. 6963, Passed the House)
- To amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes. (H.R. 9115, In Committee)
- Ballistic Armor Made in America Act of 2026 (H.R. 8656, In Committee)
- To amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 through April 20, 2029, and for other purposes. (H.R. 8512, In Committee)
- To authorize the creation of a service ribbon to be awarded to a member of the National Guard who performs homeland defense duty. (H.R. 8131, In Committee)
- Linemen Legacy Act (H.R. 7996, In Committee)
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- Mail Ballot Integrity Act (H.R. 7874, In Committee)
- Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act (H.R. 2716, Out of Committee)
- Uniform Standards Protection Act of 2025 (H.R. 5581, In Committee)
- District of Columbia Policing Protection Act of 2025 (H.R. 5143, Passed the House)
- Censuring Representative LaMonica McIver and removing her from the Committee on Homeland Security. (H.Res. 539, Introduced)
- CATCH Fentanyl Act (H.R. 1569, Out of Committee)
- Fisheries Modernization Act of 2025 (H.R. 4800, In Committee)
- Industrial Certification for Coast Guard Veterans Act (H.R. 4082, In Committee)
- District of Columbia Federal Immigration Compliance Act of 2025 (H.R. 2056, Passed the House)
- Exposing Congressional Drug Abuse Act (H.Con.Res. 35, In Committee)
- Offshore Lands Authorities Act of 2025 (H.R. 513, In Committee)
- Racehorse Health and Safety Act of 2025 (H.R. 3378, In Committee)
- Sovereign States Emergency Management Act (H.R. 3347, In Committee)
- Sovereign State Environmental Quality Assurance Act (H.R. 3346, In Committee)
- Sovereign States Education Restoration Act (H.R. 3345, In Committee)
- Sovereign States Bureau of Prisons Restructuring Act of 2025 (H.R. 3344, In Committee)
- Imported Seafood Quality Enforcement Act (H.R. 2776, In Committee)
- FOCA Act of 2025 (H.R. 2126, In Committee)
- Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Updates to New Chemicals Regulations Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)". (H.J.Res. 76, In Committee)
- Emerging Digital Identity Ecosystem Report Act of 2025 (H.R. 1925, In Committee)
- Law Enforcement Protection and Privacy Act of 2025 (H.R. 1698, In Committee)
- Federal Lands and Waters Leasing Transparency Act (H.R. 1194, In Committee)
- Restoring Competitive Property Insurance Availability Act (H.R. 1070, In Committee)
- Safeguarding American Workers’ Benefits Act (H.R. 778, In Committee)
- Imported Seafood Safety Standards Act (H.R. 512, In Committee)
- CBP Workload Staffing Model Act (H.R. 434, In Committee)
- Finish the Wall Act (H.R. 163, In Committee)
Floor Speeches
Higgins spoke on the floor 14 times on 13 session days in the 119th Congress.
- House, July 22, 2026, 580 wordsAmerica 250
I rise today to honor and express gratitude for my dear friend and chief of staff, Andrew David, who is seated next to me here.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, July 20, 2026, 346 wordsDestruction of Hazardous Imports Act
I rise today in support of H.R. 2715, the Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, July 15, 2026, 356 wordsRodney C. Hamilton Sr. VA Clinic
I thank my colleague for allowing me to speak on behalf of an American patriot who was a man amongst men, Mr. Speaker, Rodney C. Hamilton.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, May 12, 2026, 302 wordsNational Jubilee of Prayer, Praise, and Thanksgiving
It is a humbling moment for us to acknowledge that we are failed and fallen humans in the presence of God in service to our fellow man standing in the Chamber of the people's House. We have been reminded that there are 23 marble busts in relief that surround the walls of this Chamber above the gallery, one of which is facing you, Mr. Speaker, and that is Moses.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, April 21, 2026, 396 wordsCelebrating the Freedom Caucus and Timothy Reitz
I am so honored just to stand in this august body in support of my friend and brother, Tim Reitz. It is bittersweet because we are going to miss him. We are going to miss him within the heart of the Freedom Caucus. His counsel, his wisdom, his humor, his guidance, and his skill set are rarely matched, I think, in the history of this body.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, April 16, 2026, 16 wordsProviding for Consideration of H.R. 8035, Extension of Authorities of Title Vii of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978
Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 123.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, March 25, 2026, 55 wordsMake the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act of 2025
I rise to support H.R. 5103. As a proud cosponsor of H.R. 5103, I stand with Representative McGuire and my Republican colleagues to deliver on President Trump's vision for our Nation's capital. This bill codifies Executive Order 14252 and turns words into law to make Washington, D.C., safe, clean, and beautiful once again.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, March 5, 2026, 16 wordsFurther Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026
Had I been present, I would have voted NAY on Roll Call No. 86.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, September 17, 2025, 936 wordsDistrict of Columbia Policing Protection Act
I thank the chairman of the Oversight and Government Reform Committee for recognizing me and allowing me to speak in support of H.R. 5143, the District of Columbia Policing Protection Act.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, September 9, 2025, 1,360 wordsPeople Are Sick and Tired (Under the Speaker's announced policy of January 3, 2025, Mr. Roy of Texas was recognized for 60 minutes as the designee of the majority leader.) Mr. ROY. Madam Speaker, I...
I thank the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Roy), my colleague and friend, for yielding.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗
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- Raising a Question of the Privileges of the House (House, September 3, 2025)
- Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026 (House, September 3, 2025)
- Special Interest Alien Reporting Act of 2025 (House, June 26, 2025)
- District of Columbia Federal Immigration Compliance Act of 2025 (House, June 11, 2025)
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Questions About Clay Higgins
Is Clay Higgins still in Congress?
Yes. Clay Higgins is serving as representative from LA-3 in the 119th Congress.
What party is Clay Higgins?
Clay Higgins is a Republican.
When is Clay Higgins up for reelection?
Higgins's current term ends January 3, 2027, so the seat is on the ballot in November 2026.
How old is Clay Higgins?
Clay Higgins was born August 24, 1961 and is 65.
How often does Clay Higgins vote with their party?
On the roll calls that decided bills this Congress, Higgins voted with the majority of their party 87% of the time.
What committees is Clay Higgins on?
House Committee on Armed Services; House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform; House Select Subcommittee to Investigate the Remaining Questions Surrounding January 6, 2021.