Madam Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 5578, the Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act. Whistleblowers are crucial to our ability to conduct congressional oversight. They are key to identifying and stopping waste, fraud, corruption, and abuse of power. Millions of workers performing critical jobs for the U.S. Government are contractors, not Federal civil servants, but they don't have the same whistleblower protections as civil servants right now. As a result, contractors are less likely to report wrongdoing, especially since they fear retaliation or mistreatment.
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Suhas Subramanyam
Representative · Virginia · Democrat
Suhas Subramanyam
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
Mr. Speaker, the American people have lost trust in this institution, and banning stock trading in Congress and in the administration is actually one way to fix that. In 2025, Members of Congress and their families executed over 13,000 trades. President Trump's own family trading has helped add billions to their net worth. That is why we should be debating a real stock trading ban like the Restore Trust in Government Act, one that would ban Members of Congress, the administration, and their families from owning, buying, or selling individual stocks.
Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 1118, the Value Over Cost Act of 2026, as well. The GSA maintains a list of goods and services that they can order from vendors called the Multiple Award Schedule. This simplified process allows the government to make orders quickly and get discounts for bulk purchases. The Value Over Cost Act would clarify that the government can choose these contracts based on best quality, not just lowest cost. These are known as best value contracts.
Biography
Suhas Subramanyam, a former technology advisor and small business owner, was elected to represent Virginia’s 10th District in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2024. With a focus on cybersecurity, healthcare access, and infrastructure modernization, he brings firsthand experience solving complex problems to Congress. Subramanyam has introduced legislation to expand rural broadband and serves on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, shaping policy at the intersection of technology and public welfare. He is known for his data-driven approach and commitment to responsive, transparent service for his constituents.
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2025–PresentRepresented Virginia's 10th congressional district for 1 term.
State Senator, Virginia 32nd District
2024–2025Served in the Virginia Senate representing the 32nd district until his election to the U.S. House.
State Delegate, Virginia 87th District
2020–2024Served in the Virginia House of Delegates, winning re‑election in 2021 for a second term.
White House Advisor
Served as a White House advisor during the Obama administration, focusing on technology policy and related issues.
Attorney and Technology Business Owner
Practiced law and owned a business in the technology sector after leaving the White House.
Policy Focus
Government Operations and Politics17%
Immigration11%
Commerce6%
Finance and Financial Sector6%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Suhas Subramanyam's record in Congress.
Data Privacy Legislation
Sponsored and helped pass the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act, establishing comprehensive data privacy rights for Virginians.
COVID-19 Response
Secured funding and resources to expand COVID-19 testing and vaccine distribution in Loudoun and Prince William counties.
School Infrastructure Funding
Championed legislation to increase state funding for school construction and modernization in underserved Virginia communities.
Broadband Expansion
Led efforts to expand high-speed internet access to rural and underserved areas in Northern Virginia.
Committee Assignments
View details →- House Committee on Ethics
- House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
- House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
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