BRIDGE to Congress Resolution

1/15/2025, 6:42 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Bill 119 H.Res. 28, also known as the BRIDGE to Congress Resolution, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to establish a program that would provide opportunities for individuals from underrepresented communities to gain experience working in Congress.

The BRIDGE to Congress Resolution aims to address the lack of diversity in Congress by creating a pathway for individuals who may not traditionally have access to these opportunities. The program would offer internships, fellowships, and other forms of support to help these individuals gain valuable experience and skills in the legislative process.

The resolution also emphasizes the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion in Congress, as well as the benefits of having a more representative and diverse group of individuals shaping our nation's laws and policies. Overall, the BRIDGE to Congress Resolution seeks to create a more inclusive and diverse Congress by providing opportunities for individuals from underrepresented communities to gain experience and contribute to the legislative process.
Congress
119

Number
HRES - 28

Introduced on
2025-01-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/9/2025

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 Rules.
Bill 119 H.Res. 28, also known as the BRIDGE to Congress Resolution, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to establish a program that would provide opportunities for individuals from underrepresented communities to gain experience working in Congress.

The BRIDGE to Congress Resolution aims to address the lack of diversity in Congress by creating a pathway for individuals who may not traditionally have access to these opportunities. The program would offer internships, fellowships, and other forms of support to help these individuals gain valuable experience and skills in the legislative process.

The resolution also emphasizes the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion in Congress, as well as the benefits of having a more representative and diverse group of individuals shaping our nation's laws and policies. Overall, the BRIDGE to Congress Resolution seeks to create a more inclusive and diverse Congress by providing opportunities for individuals from underrepresented communities to gain experience and contribute to the legislative process.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedEliminating the restriction that witnesses may appear remotely at proceedings of committees of the House of Representatives only at the discretion of the chair of the committee.

Policy Areas
Congress

Potential Impact
Commuting
Computers and information technology
Congressional committees
Congressional operations and organization
Evidence and witnesses
Internet, web applications, social media
Legislative rules and procedure

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Action1/9/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Rules.