Authorizing video recording in the House Chamber during a joint meeting of Congress for certain educational purposes.

5/1/2024, 1:04 PM
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Bill 118 HRES 1126, also known as the "Authorizing video recording in the House Chamber during a joint meeting of Congress for certain educational purposes," is a proposed legislation that aims to allow video recording in the House Chamber during joint meetings of Congress for specific educational purposes.

The bill seeks to provide an opportunity for educational institutions, such as schools and universities, to record and broadcast joint meetings of Congress for educational purposes. This would allow students and educators to have access to important legislative proceedings and discussions, providing a valuable educational resource.

The bill specifies that the video recordings must be used solely for educational purposes and prohibits any commercial use of the footage. Additionally, the legislation outlines guidelines for the recording process, ensuring that it does not disrupt the proceedings of the joint meetings. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1126 aims to promote transparency and accessibility in government proceedings by allowing for video recording in the House Chamber during joint meetings of Congress for educational purposes.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 1126

Introduced on
2024-04-10

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/10/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Bill 118 HRES 1126, also known as the "Authorizing video recording in the House Chamber during a joint meeting of Congress for certain educational purposes," is a proposed legislation that aims to allow video recording in the House Chamber during joint meetings of Congress for specific educational purposes.

The bill seeks to provide an opportunity for educational institutions, such as schools and universities, to record and broadcast joint meetings of Congress for educational purposes. This would allow students and educators to have access to important legislative proceedings and discussions, providing a valuable educational resource.

The bill specifies that the video recordings must be used solely for educational purposes and prohibits any commercial use of the footage. Additionally, the legislation outlines guidelines for the recording process, ensuring that it does not disrupt the proceedings of the joint meetings. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1126 aims to promote transparency and accessibility in government proceedings by allowing for video recording in the House Chamber during joint meetings of Congress for educational purposes.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedAuthorizing video recording in the House Chamber during a joint meeting of Congress for certain educational purposes.

Policy Areas
Congress

Potential Impact
Broadcasting, cable, digital technologies
Congressional operations and organization
Digital media
Government information and archives
House of Representatives

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Action4/10/2024
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.