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

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Summary of Bill HRES 21

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.

Congressional Summary of HRES 21

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

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Current Status of Bill HRES 21

Bill HRES 21 is currently in the status of Passed in House since January 9, 2025. Bill HRES 21 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2025.  Bill HRES 21's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of January 9, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 21

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
4
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 21

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional committeesHouse Committee on AppropriationsHouse Committee on Energy and CommerceHouse Committee on Financial ServicesHouse Committee on Ways and MeansHouse of RepresentativesMembers of Congress

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 21

Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 21

Erin Houchin
Erin Houchin
Indiana(Republican)

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