To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk.

1/15/2025, 6:17 PM
Congress
119

Number
HRES - 2

Introduced on
2025-01-03

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/3/2025

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution informs the Senate that a quorum of the House of Representatives has assembled, that Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana has been elected Speaker, and that Kevin McCumber has been elected Clerk of the House of Representatives of the 119th Congress.

Bill 119 HRES 2, also known as the "To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk" bill, is a procedural measure in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to officially notify the Senate that a quorum of the House of Representatives has assembled and to inform them of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk.

This bill is important because it ensures that the Senate is aware that the House is ready to conduct business and that key leadership positions have been filled. By notifying the Senate of these developments, the House can proceed with its legislative duties in an organized and efficient manner.

Overall, Bill 119 HRES 2 is a routine procedural measure that helps facilitate the smooth functioning of the US Congress by keeping the Senate informed of important developments in the House.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk.

Policy Areas
Congress

Potential Impact
Congressional leadership•
Congressional officers and employees•
House of Representatives•
Senate

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary1/14/2025

This resolution informs the Senate that a quorum of the House of Representatives has assembled, that Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana has been elected Speaker, and that Kevin McCumber has been elected Clerk of the House of Representatives of the 119...


Latest Action1/3/2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.