Removing certain Members from standing committees of the House of Representatives.

3/11/2025, 8:07 AM
Congress
119

Number
HRES - 201

Introduced on
2025-03-06

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
Derrick Van Orden

Variations and Revisions

3/6/2025

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 119 HRES 201, also known as the "Removing certain Members from standing committees of the House of Representatives," is a piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of removing certain members from standing committees within the House of Representatives. The bill outlines the process by which a member can be removed from a committee, including the grounds for removal and the procedures that must be followed.

The bill specifies that a member can be removed from a committee if they are found to have engaged in misconduct or unethical behavior that is detrimental to the committee's work. This misconduct can include actions such as violating the committee's rules, engaging in conflicts of interest, or failing to fulfill their duties as a committee member.

The bill also outlines the procedures that must be followed in order to remove a member from a committee. This includes providing the member with notice of the allegations against them, giving them an opportunity to respond to the allegations, and holding a vote within the committee to determine whether the member should be removed. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 201 is aimed at ensuring that members of standing committees within the House of Representatives uphold the highest standards of conduct and ethics. By providing a clear process for removing members who engage in misconduct, the bill seeks to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of these important legislative bodies.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRemoving certain Members from standing committees of the House of Representatives.

Policy Areas
Congress

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Latest Action3/6/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.