Censuring Representative Jamaal Bowman.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
Bill 118 HRES 912, also known as the resolution to censure Representative Jamaal Bowman, was introduced in the US Congress in response to controversial statements made by Representative Bowman. The resolution accuses Representative Bowman of making inflammatory remarks that were deemed divisive and harmful to the unity of the country.

The resolution outlines specific instances where Representative Bowman allegedly made statements that were seen as incendiary and disrespectful towards certain groups of people. It also highlights how these statements were perceived as damaging to the reputation of the US Congress and its members.

The resolution calls for a formal censure of Representative Bowman, which is a rare disciplinary action that can be taken against a member of Congress for misconduct. If passed, the censure would serve as a public reprimand and condemnation of Representative Bowman's actions. Supporters of the resolution argue that it is necessary to hold elected officials accountable for their words and actions, especially when they have the potential to incite division and harm. However, opponents of the resolution argue that it is an overreach of congressional authority and an infringement on free speech. As of now, the resolution to censure Representative Jamaal Bowman is still under consideration in the US Congress, and it remains to be seen whether it will be passed or not.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 912

Introduced on
2023-12-05

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/5/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
Bill 118 HRES 912, also known as the resolution to censure Representative Jamaal Bowman, was introduced in the US Congress in response to controversial statements made by Representative Bowman. The resolution accuses Representative Bowman of making inflammatory remarks that were deemed divisive and harmful to the unity of the country.

The resolution outlines specific instances where Representative Bowman allegedly made statements that were seen as incendiary and disrespectful towards certain groups of people. It also highlights how these statements were perceived as damaging to the reputation of the US Congress and its members.

The resolution calls for a formal censure of Representative Bowman, which is a rare disciplinary action that can be taken against a member of Congress for misconduct. If passed, the censure would serve as a public reprimand and condemnation of Representative Bowman's actions. Supporters of the resolution argue that it is necessary to hold elected officials accountable for their words and actions, especially when they have the potential to incite division and harm. However, opponents of the resolution argue that it is an overreach of congressional authority and an infringement on free speech. As of now, the resolution to censure Representative Jamaal Bowman is still under consideration in the US Congress, and it remains to be seen whether it will be passed or not.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedCensuring Representative Jamaal Bowman.

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Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.