Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

1/31/2025, 10:09 PM

This resolution elects Chairs for the following committees:

Agriculture

Appropriations

Armed Services

Budget

Education and Workforce

Energy and Commerce

Financial Services

Foreign Affairs

Homeland Security

Judiciary 

National Resources

Oversight and Government Reform

Science, Space, and Technology 

Small Business

Transportation and Infrastructure

Veterans' Affairs

Ways and Means

Bill 119 HRES 13, also known as the "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives," is a piece of legislation that focuses on the process of selecting members for specific standing committees within the House of Representatives. The bill outlines the procedures and guidelines for electing members to these committees, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process.

The bill emphasizes the importance of diversity and representation within these committees, aiming to create a balanced and inclusive group of members who can effectively address a wide range of issues. It also highlights the significance of expertise and experience in the selection process, prioritizing individuals who have the necessary qualifications to contribute meaningfully to the work of the committees.

Overall, Bill 119 HRES 13 seeks to streamline the process of electing members to standing committees in the House of Representatives, promoting fairness, transparency, and diversity in the selection process. By outlining clear guidelines and procedures for selecting committee members, the bill aims to ensure that the committees are composed of individuals who can effectively address the important issues facing the country.
Congress
119

Number
HRES - 13

Introduced on
2025-01-06

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/6/2025

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution elects Chairs for the following committees:

Agriculture

Appropriations

Armed Services

Budget

Education and Workforce

Energy and Commerce

Financial Services

Foreign Affairs

Homeland Security

Judiciary 

National Resources

Oversight and Government Reform

Science, Space, and Technology 

Small Business

Transportation and Infrastructure

Veterans' Affairs

Ways and Means

Bill 119 HRES 13, also known as the "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives," is a piece of legislation that focuses on the process of selecting members for specific standing committees within the House of Representatives. The bill outlines the procedures and guidelines for electing members to these committees, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process.

The bill emphasizes the importance of diversity and representation within these committees, aiming to create a balanced and inclusive group of members who can effectively address a wide range of issues. It also highlights the significance of expertise and experience in the selection process, prioritizing individuals who have the necessary qualifications to contribute meaningfully to the work of the committees.

Overall, Bill 119 HRES 13 seeks to streamline the process of electing members to standing committees in the House of Representatives, promoting fairness, transparency, and diversity in the selection process. By outlining clear guidelines and procedures for selecting committee members, the bill aims to ensure that the committees are composed of individuals who can effectively address the important issues facing the country.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedElecting Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

Policy Areas
Congress

Potential Impact
Congressional committees•
House Committee on Agriculture•
House Committee on Appropriations•
House Committee on Armed Services•
House Committee on Education and the Workforce•
House Committee on Energy and Commerce•
House Committee on Financial Services•
House Committee on Foreign Affairs•
House Committee on Homeland Security•
House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform•
House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology•
House Committee on Small Business•
House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure•
House Committee on Veterans' Affairs•
House Committee on Ways and Means•
House of Representatives•
Members of Congress

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary1/31/2025

This resolution elects Chairs for the following committees:

Agriculture

Appropriations

Armed Services

Budget

Education and Workforce

Energy and Commerce

Financial Services

Foreign Affairs

Homel...


Latest Action1/6/2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.