BRIDGE to Congress Resolution

2/3/2025, 6:19 PM
Congress
119
Number
HRES - 28
Introduced on
2025-01-09
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/9/2025
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Committee:  
Rules

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Bringing Real Ideas, Data, and Genuine Experience to Congress Resolution or the BRIDGE to Congress Resolution

This resolution modifies the House Rules regarding remote testimony of witnesses in committee proceedings. Specifically, the resolution eliminates the requirement for the committee chair to approve remote testimony of witnesses.

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

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Latest Summary2/3/2025

Bringing Real Ideas, Data, and Genuine Experience to Congress Resolution or the BRIDGE to Congress Resolution

This resolution modifies the House Rules regarding remote testimony of witnesses in committee proceedings. Specifi...

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