Congressman Chris Pappas proposed bipartisan legislation to exempt DEA lab personnel from federal hiring restrictions amid ongoing budget cuts.
Quiver AI Summary
Congressman Pappas introduces bipartisan legislation: Congressman Chris Pappas has announced new legislation aimed at exempting Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) lab personnel from a federal hiring freeze imposed by the Trump administration. This move comes as a new drug lab is set to open in New Hampshire, with officials emphasizing the importance of timely staffing to combat drug trafficking.
Key remarks on drug lab staffing: Pappas highlighted that while many DEA positions were exempt from the freeze, lab positions such as chemists and fingerprint analysts were not included. He stated, "It is crucial that the administration exempt lab personnel," citing backlogs in data analysis that hinder the DEA's response to drug threats.
Legislative actions and community safety: Pappas and New Hampshire's congressional delegation previously urged the Office of Management and Budget to expedite staffing for the new lab. Pappas noted that the new facility is crucial for addressing emerging drug trends, including fentanyl analogs amidst declining overdose deaths in the state.
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Chris Pappas Fundraising
Chris Pappas recently disclosed $1.8M of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 15th, 2025. This was the 22nd most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 90.4% came from individual donors.
Pappas disclosed $1.2M of spending. This was the 26th most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Pappas disclosed $2.6M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 128th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Chris Pappas's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Chris Pappas Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Chris Pappas is worth $4.4M, as of November 21st, 2025. This is the 181st highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Pappas has approximately $131.4K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Chris Pappas Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Chris Pappas:
- H.R.6104: To prohibit the delivery of opioids by means of the dark web, and for other purposes.
- H.R.6103: To prohibit reductions in the workforce at the Drug Enforcement Administration, and for other purposes.
- H.R.5972: Right to Enroll Act of 2025
- H.R.5687: Keep the Heat On Act of 2025
- H.R.5236: Critical Infrastructure Security Act
- H.R.5094: Protect Patients from Costly Care Act
You can track bills proposed by Chris Pappas on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Pappas.
