Authorizing the enforcement of subpoenas issued by the Chairs of the Committees on Oversight and Accountability, Ways and Means, or the Judiciary as part of the inquiry into whether sufficient grounds exist for the House of Representatives to exercise its Constitutional power to impeach Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HRES 917

Bill 118 hres 917, titled "Authorizing the enforcement of subpoenas issued by the Chairs of the Committees on Oversight and Accountability, Ways and Means, or the Judiciary," is a piece of legislation that focuses on the inquiry into whether there are enough grounds for the House of Representatives to impeach President Joseph Biden. The bill specifically allows for the enforcement of subpoenas issued by the Chairs of these committees as part of the impeachment inquiry.

The bill aims to ensure that the committees conducting the inquiry have the necessary tools and authority to gather information and evidence related to the potential impeachment of President Biden. This includes the ability to enforce subpoenas, which are legal orders requiring individuals to provide testimony or documents relevant to the investigation.

The bill does not take a stance on the impeachment of President Biden but rather seeks to facilitate the investigative process by granting the committees the power to compel cooperation from individuals who may have relevant information. This is an important step in ensuring a thorough and fair inquiry into the President's actions and whether they warrant impeachment. Overall, Bill 118 hres 917 is a procedural measure designed to support the impeachment inquiry process by authorizing the enforcement of subpoenas issued by key committees. It is an important tool in ensuring transparency and accountability in the investigation into President Biden's conduct.

Congressional Summary of HRES 917

This resolution authorizes initiation of or intervention in certain judicial proceedings by the Committees on Oversight and Accountability, Ways and Means, or the Judiciary as part of the inquiry into whether sufficient grounds exist for the House of Representatives to impeach President Biden.

The bill also continues such committees' subpoena power related to the inquiry and ratifies and affirms subpoenas previously issued.

Current Status of Bill HRES 917

Bill HRES 917 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 7, 2023. Bill HRES 917 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 7, 2023.  Bill HRES 917's most recent activity was Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 918, H. Res. 917 is considered passed House. (consideration: CR H6924; text: CR H6924) as of December 13, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 917

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 917

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional committeesCongressional oversightCongressional-executive branch relationsConstitution and constitutional amendmentsEvidence and witnessesGovernment ethics and transparency, public corruptionGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsHouse Committee on Oversight and ReformHouse Committee on Ways and MeansHouse Committee on the JudiciaryHouse of RepresentativesIntelligence activities, surveillance, classified informationLegislative rules and procedurePresidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 917

Authorizing the enforcement of subpoenas issued by the Chairs of the Committees on Oversight and Accountability, Ways and Means, or the Judiciary as part of the inquiry into whether sufficient grounds exist for the House of Representatives to exercise its Constitutional power to impeach Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America, and for other purposes.Authorizing the enforcement of subpoenas issued by the Chairs of the Committees on Oversight and Accountability, Ways and Means, or the Judiciary as part of the inquiry into whether sufficient grounds exist for the House of Representatives to exercise its Constitutional power to impeach Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America, and for other purposes.
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