Bill 118 HRES 1500 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to censure Representative Glen Clay Higgins of the 3rd Congressional District of Louisiana. The resolution accuses Representative Higgins of making inflammatory and divisive statements that have brought discredit to the House of Representatives. It specifically cites instances where Representative Higgins made derogatory remarks about immigrants and minority groups, as well as comments that incited violence.
The resolution argues that Representative Higgins' behavior is unbecoming of a member of Congress and undermines the integrity of the institution. It calls for him to be formally censured by the House of Representatives as a way to hold him accountable for his actions.
If passed, the resolution would serve as a public reprimand of Representative Higgins and could have consequences for his standing within the House of Representatives. Censure is a rare disciplinary action taken by Congress, reserved for serious misconduct by its members.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1500 seeks to address the controversial and inflammatory statements made by Representative Higgins and send a message that such behavior is not acceptable for a member of Congress.