A TikTok user known as ToddIsTalking3.0 recently expressed frustration over the perceived inaction of the Republican-controlled 119th Congress, claiming that despite controlling both the House and Senate, no bills have been passed to codify President Donald Trump’s executive orders, particularly those tied to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

While some of Todd’s concerns are inaccurate—several bills have been passed—his frustration about delays in codifying DOGE-related reforms and other executive orders reflects legitimate challenges in the legislative process.

Below, we address Todd’s concerns, list the bills and executive orders that have been passed, and identify those delayed, focusing on DOGE reforms and other Trump priorities.

Todd’s primary grievance is that Republicans, with majorities in both chambers, have not passed any legislation in the four months since the 119th Congress convened on January 3, 2025. This claim is incorrect. The House, led by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), has passed significant bills, including a stopgap funding measure (Continuing Resolution, or CR) on March 11, 2025, to keep the government funded through September 30, 2025, and the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act on April 10, 2025, which codifies Trump’s election security executive order. Additionally, a budget framework was approved on April 10, personally overseen by President Trump on April 10, 2025, to advance Trump’s tax cuts and DOGE-related spending reductions through the reconciliation process, which bypasses the Senate’s 60-vote filibuster threshold.

Todd’s concern about the lack of codification of President Trump’s executive orders, especially those related to DOGE, is partially valid. DOGE, an advisory commission led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, aims to streamline government operations, but its recommendations require congressional action to become law. While the House has codified some executive orders, such as those on election security and gender in sports, DOGE-related reforms are delayed due to the ongoing reconciliation process and internal GOP disagreements. The House budget framework targets $1.5 trillion in cuts, but the Senate’s version proposes only $4 billion, highlighting tensions. Fiscal hawks like Reps. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) and Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.) have resisted bills with insufficient cuts, further slowing progress.

Todd also questions Speaker Johnson’s effectiveness, asking why he isn’t “getting the job done.” Johnson, re-elected on January 3, 2025, with Trump’s endorsement, faces a razor-thin House majority (currently 217-215, pending special elections for vacancies left by Elise Stefanik, Mike Waltz, and Matt Gaetz). Despite securing passage of the CR, the SAVE Act, and the budget framework, Johnson has been criticized by conservatives for past reliance on Democratic votes, such as in a December 2024 funding deal. His leadership is constrained by GOP divisions and the need to negotiate with conservative holdouts like Reps. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.) and Keith Self (R-Texas), who secured promises for more right-wing input on tax and immigration bills.

Todd’s assertion that Congress could have “passed everything DOGE wanted” overlooks legislative complexities. The House’s narrow majority means Johnson cannot afford defections, as seen when Massie opposed the CR. In the Senate, the 53-47 Republican majority still requires reconciliation or Democratic support to pass most bills, as the filibuster demands 60 votes. A two-week House recess in April 2025 and special elections reducing GOP voting power have further delayed progress.

Public sentiment on X reflects mixed views. Users like @wendyp4545 echo Todd’s frustration, claiming the House has passed no significant Trump policies, while @SpeakerJohnson and @clantro highlight over 118 bills passed, including some codifying President Trump’s executive orders. Official records confirm several key bills have advanced, but DOGE reforms remain stalled.

Passed Bills and Codified Executive Orders in the 119th Congress

Below is a list of notable bills passed by the House of Representatives in the 119th Congress as of May 11, 2025, based on available records, along with executive orders codified into law. These address Todd’s claim that no bills have been passed.

• Passed Bills:

1. H.R. 1968: Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025 (Passed House on March 11, 2025; signed into law) – Funds federal agencies through September 30, 2025, with additional Department of Defense funding and program extensions.
2. H.R. 22: Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act (Passed House on April 10, 2025; pending in Senate) – Requires proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration.
3. H.R. 28: Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act (Passed House; Senate cloture motion failed) – Bans biological males from women’s sports.
4. H.R. 23: Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act (Passed House; Senate cloture motion failed) – Addresses judicial overreach.
5. H.R. 36: MEGOBARI Act (Passed House; pending in Senate as of May 5, 2025) – Advances national security measures.
6. S.B. 5: Laken Riley Act (Passed both chambers; signed into law on January 29, 2025) – Mandates detention of undocumented immigrants charged with theft.
7. H.Con.Res.14: Congressional Budget for FY2025 (Passed House on February 25, 2025; Senate passed S.Con.Res.7, conference pending) – Sets FY2025 budget with reconciliation instructions for $1.5 trillion in cuts.
8. H.R. 452: Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act (Passed House; status unclear) – Awards a Congressional Gold Medal.
9. H.R. 617: American Music Tourism Act of 2025 (Passed House; status unclear) – Promotes music tourism.
10. H.R. 859: Informing Consumers About Smart Devices Act (Passed House; status unclear) – Enhances consumer protections.
11. S. 146: TAKE IT DOWN Act (Passed both chambers; awaiting signature as of April 28, 2025) – Addresses online privacy.
12. H.R. 866: ROUTERS Act (Passed House; status unclear) – Focuses on cybersecurity.

• Codified Executive Orders:

1. Election Security Executive Order – Codified via H.R. 22 (SAVE Act), requiring citizenship proof for voter registration (House passed April 10, 2025; pending Senate).
2. Gender in Sports Executive Order – Codified via H.R. 28 (Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act), banning biological males from women’s sports (House passed; Senate cloture failed).

Delayed Bills and Executive Orders per Todd’s Concerns

Todd’s concerns center on the lack of progress in codifying President Trump’s executive orders, particularly those related to DOGE, and the slow pace of legislative action. Below is a list of bills and executive orders that are delayed, focusing on DOGE reforms and other Trump priorities not yet enacted or codified, based on available information.

• Delayed Bills:

1. Reconciliation Bill for FY2025 (Omnibus Bill) – This bill, stemming from H.Con.Res.14 and S.Con.Res.7, aims to enact DOGE-recommended spending cuts ($1.5 trillion in House version, $4 billion in Senate version) and extend the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). House committees began markups in May 2025, but the bill remains in committee due to disagreements over spending cuts and tax provisions. The Senate’s lower deficit reduction target and concerns from senators like Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) about Medicaid cuts have stalled negotiations. The bill is targeted for Trump’s desk by Memorial Day 2025 but faces delays due to the complex reconciliation process and GOP internal divisions.
2. H.R. 22: Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act – Although passed by the House on April 10, 2025, this bill, which codifies Trump’s election security executive order, is delayed in the Senate due to the 60-vote filibuster threshold. Democrats are unlikely to support it, and reconciliation is not an option for this bill as it was passed separately.
3. H.R. 28: Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act – Passed by the House but delayed in the Senate after a cloture motion failed, requiring 60 votes. This bill, codifying Trump’s gender in sports executive order, is unlikely to advance without Democratic support or inclusion in a reconciliation package.
4. H.R. 23: Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act – Passed by the House but delayed in the Senate after a cloture motion failed, facing the same 60-vote barrier.
5. H.R. 36: MEGOBARI Act – Passed by the House but pending in the Senate as of May 5, 2025, delayed by the filibuster threshold and lack of bipartisan support.
6. Border Security and Immigration Reform Bill – No specific bill has been passed, but DOGE and Trump have prioritized border security measures. Reconciliation instructions in H.Con.Res.14 direct the House Judiciary Committee to propose $150 billion in related spending, but no standalone bill has emerged, and provisions are delayed within the reconciliation process.
7. Energy Policy Reform Bill – The Senate budget resolution includes instructions for energy policy reforms, but no specific bill has been passed. Provisions are delayed within the reconciliation bill, with House Energy and Commerce Committee markups ongoing for $880 billion in cuts.

• Delayed Executive Orders:

1. DOGE-Related Executive Orders – Trump has issued executive orders directing federal agencies to implement DOGE recommendations, such as reducing bureaucratic inefficiencies and cutting mandatory spending. These orders require congressional codification to become permanent law. The FY2025 reconciliation bill is intended to codify these reforms, but it is delayed in committee due to GOP disagreements over the scale of cuts (e.g., House’s $1.5 trillion vs. Senate’s $4 billion) and concerns about programs like Medicaid.
2. Tax Policy Executive Order (TCJA Extension) – Trump’s executive order to extend the 2017 TCJA is part of the reconciliation bill’s framework, with the House Ways and Means Committee instructed to allocate up to $4.5 trillion. Delays in committee markups and Senate resistance to deficit increases (up to $5.8 trillion allowed) have stalled codification.
3. Regulatory Reform Executive Order – Trump’s order to reduce federal regulations, aligned with DOGE’s efficiency goals, requires legislative backing to ensure permanence. No specific bill has been passed, and provisions are delayed within the reconciliation bill, with committees still drafting regulatory cuts.
4. Immigration Enforcement Executive Order – Trump’s orders on immigration, including enhanced border security, are partially addressed in the Laken Riley Act (signed into law) but require further codification for comprehensive enforcement. Provisions are delayed in the reconciliation bill, with the House Judiciary Committee tasked with $150 billion in related spending.

Reasons for Delays

• Senate Filibuster: Bills like the SAVE Act, Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, and Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act are stalled in the Senate due to the 60-vote cloture requirement, with Democrats unlikely to support GOP priorities.
• Reconciliation Process: The FY2025 reconciliation bill, critical for DOGE and tax reforms, is delayed by committee markups, GOP divisions (e.g., fiscal hawks vs. moderates), and House-Senate differences in deficit targets. The process is complex, requiring identical bills from both chambers.
• Narrow House Majority: The 217-215 House majority (pending special elections) means Johnson cannot afford defections, as seen with Massie and Spartz opposing bills with insufficient cuts.
• GOP Internal Divisions: Fiscal hawks demand deeper cuts, while moderates like Sen. Josh Hawley oppose Medicaid reductions, complicating reconciliation negotiations.
• Legislative Calendar: A two-week House recess in April 2025 and special elections have reduced GOP voting power, slowing progress.

Todd’s claim that no bills have been passed is inaccurate, as the House has passed over a dozen bills, including two codifying President Trump’s executive orders on election security and gender in sports.

However, his concerns about delays in codifying DOGE-related reforms and other Trump priorities are valid, with the FY2025 reconciliation bill and several House-passed bills stalled in the Senate or committee.

The Senate’s filibuster, GOP divisions, and reconciliation’s complexity are key obstacles.

For a complete legislative tracker, visit Congress.gov or LegiScan. As Johnson navigates these challenges, the coming months will determine whether Republicans can deliver on Trump’s agenda before the 2026 midterms.

I’m wondering the same thing, and it’s starting to irk me. pic.twitter.com/R3ePsdSigu

— Andrea Shea (@andrea_spook) May 10, 2025