So, I was going to make the point that this is only true for the controversial bills (a point worth making -- most laws are tremendously boring), but scrolling

So, I was going to make the point that this is only true for the controversial bills (a point worth making -- most laws are tremendously boring), but scrolling through the laws passed by this congress I found an example that makes your point perfectly: Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013 It turns out this law doesn't authorize or reauthorize ANY violence against women. It seems to do the exact opposite of what it says -- it is primarily about _punishing_ violence against women. That is all, continue being outraged. I'm sorry your insurance costs more, that does suck.