Supporting reopening the United States Capitol and House Office Buildings to the American people.

12/30/2022, 4:33 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 934

Bill 117 H.Res. 934, titled "Supporting reopening the United States Capitol and House Office Buildings to the American people," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to advocate for the reopening of the United States Capitol and House Office Buildings to the general public.

The resolution highlights the importance of transparency and accessibility in government, emphasizing that the Capitol and House Office Buildings should be open to all Americans. It acknowledges the significance of these buildings as symbols of democracy and the seat of the US government, and argues that allowing the public to visit and engage with their elected representatives in person is essential for a functioning democracy.

The resolution also addresses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on public access to government buildings, noting that restrictions put in place for public health reasons have limited the ability of Americans to visit the Capitol and House Office Buildings. It calls for a safe and responsible reopening of these buildings to ensure that the public can once again participate in the democratic process in person. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 934 advocates for the reopening of the United States Capitol and House Office Buildings to the American people, emphasizing the importance of transparency, accessibility, and public engagement in a functioning democracy.

Congressional Summary of HRES 934

This resolution supports reopening the U.S. Capitol Building and House Office Buildings to visitors under the public visitation policies that were in place before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Current Status of Bill HRES 934

Bill HRES 934 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 18, 2022. Bill HRES 934 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 18, 2022.  Bill HRES 934's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of February 18, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 934

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
86
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
86
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 934

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

Cardiovascular and respiratory healthEmergency medical services and trauma careGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyHouse of RepresentativesInfectious and parasitic diseasesPublic participation and lobbyingU.S. Capitol

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 934

Supporting reopening the United States Capitol and House Office Buildings to the American people.Supporting reopening the United States Capitol and House Office Buildings to the American people.
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