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

2/3/2025, 4:27 PM

This resolution elects Members to the Committees on Appropriations; Energy and Commerce; Financial Services; and Ways and Means.

Bill 119 HRES 21, also known as 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 various standing committees within the House of Representatives. The bill outlines the procedures for electing members to these committees, which play a crucial role in shaping and overseeing legislation in Congress.

The bill specifies that each standing committee will consist of a certain number of members, with the exact number determined by the Speaker of the House. Members will be elected to these committees by a vote of the full House, with each member being allowed to vote for a certain number of candidates based on the committee's size.

Additionally, the bill outlines the process for filling vacancies on standing committees, stating that vacancies will be filled through a special election held by the full House. This ensures that each committee remains fully staffed and able to carry out its duties effectively. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 21 aims to ensure a fair and transparent process for electing members to standing committees in the House of Representatives. By outlining clear procedures for selecting committee members and filling vacancies, the bill helps to maintain the integrity and functionality of these important legislative bodies.
Congress
119

Number
HRES - 21

Introduced on
2025-01-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/9/2025

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution elects Members to the Committees on Appropriations; Energy and Commerce; Financial Services; and Ways and Means.

Bill 119 HRES 21, also known as 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 various standing committees within the House of Representatives. The bill outlines the procedures for electing members to these committees, which play a crucial role in shaping and overseeing legislation in Congress.

The bill specifies that each standing committee will consist of a certain number of members, with the exact number determined by the Speaker of the House. Members will be elected to these committees by a vote of the full House, with each member being allowed to vote for a certain number of candidates based on the committee's size.

Additionally, the bill outlines the process for filling vacancies on standing committees, stating that vacancies will be filled through a special election held by the full House. This ensures that each committee remains fully staffed and able to carry out its duties effectively. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 21 aims to ensure a fair and transparent process for electing members to standing committees in the House of Representatives. By outlining clear procedures for selecting committee members and filling vacancies, the bill helps to maintain the integrity and functionality of these important legislative bodies.
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 Appropriations•
House Committee on Energy and Commerce•
House Committee on Financial Services•
House Committee on Ways and Means•
House of Representatives•
Members of Congress

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary2/3/2025

This resolution elects Members to the Committees on Appropriations; Energy and Commerce; Financial Services; and Ways and Means.


Latest Action1/9/2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.