Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the chair of a committee or subcommittee to recognize members at a meeting of the committee or subcommittee in the order in which they seek recognition.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution requires that a chair of a committee or subcommittee recognize Members in the order in which they seek recognition (currently, committees and subcommittees have discretion in determining the order of recognition).

Bill 118 HRES 58, also known as the "Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the chair of a committee or subcommittee to recognize members at a meeting of the committee or subcommittee in the order in which they seek recognition," aims to establish a fair and orderly process for members to be recognized during committee or subcommittee meetings.

The bill proposes that the chair of a committee or subcommittee must recognize members in the order in which they seek recognition. This means that all members will have an equal opportunity to speak and participate in discussions during meetings, without any bias or favoritism from the chair.

By implementing this rule, the bill seeks to promote transparency, accountability, and fairness within the House of Representatives. It ensures that all members have a voice and can contribute to the decision-making process in a structured and organized manner. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 58 aims to improve the functioning of committees and subcommittees within the House of Representatives by ensuring that all members are given a fair chance to participate and share their perspectives during meetings.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 58

Introduced on
2023-01-25

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/25/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution requires that a chair of a committee or subcommittee recognize Members in the order in which they seek recognition (currently, committees and subcommittees have discretion in determining the order of recognition).

Bill 118 HRES 58, also known as the "Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the chair of a committee or subcommittee to recognize members at a meeting of the committee or subcommittee in the order in which they seek recognition," aims to establish a fair and orderly process for members to be recognized during committee or subcommittee meetings.

The bill proposes that the chair of a committee or subcommittee must recognize members in the order in which they seek recognition. This means that all members will have an equal opportunity to speak and participate in discussions during meetings, without any bias or favoritism from the chair.

By implementing this rule, the bill seeks to promote transparency, accountability, and fairness within the House of Representatives. It ensures that all members have a voice and can contribute to the decision-making process in a structured and organized manner. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 58 aims to improve the functioning of committees and subcommittees within the House of Representatives by ensuring that all members are given a fair chance to participate and share their perspectives during meetings.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedAmending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the chair of a committee or subcommittee to recognize members at a meeting of the committee or subcommittee in the order in which they seek recognition.

Policy Areas
Congress

Potential Impact
House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary2/6/2023

This resolution requires that a chair of a committee or subcommittee recognize Members in the order in which they seek recognition (currently, committees and subcommittees have discretion in determining the order of recognition).


Latest Action1/25/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Rules.