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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1) to expand Americans' access to the ballot box, reduce the influence of big money in politics, strengthen ethics rules for public servants, and implement other anti-corruption measures for the purpose of fortifying our democracy, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1280) to hold law enforcement accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies; and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HRES 179

Bill 117 H.Res. 179 is a resolution that provides for the consideration of two important bills in the US Congress. The first bill, H.R. 1, aims to expand Americans' access to voting, reduce the impact of large financial contributions in politics, enhance ethics regulations for public officials, and implement various anti-corruption measures to strengthen democracy. The second bill, H.R. 1280, focuses on holding law enforcement accountable for misconduct in the court system, enhancing transparency through data collection, and reforming police training and policies.

The resolution sets the stage for a thorough discussion and debate on these critical issues in Congress. H.R. 1 seeks to address concerns about voter suppression, campaign finance reform, and government ethics, while H.R. 1280 aims to improve accountability and transparency within law enforcement agencies.

Overall, the resolution highlights the importance of promoting democracy, combating corruption, and ensuring accountability within the government and law enforcement sectors. It sets the groundwork for meaningful legislative action to address these pressing issues in American society.

Congressional Summary of HRES 179

This resolution sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 1 (For the People Act of 2021) and H.R. 1280 (George Floyd Justice In Policing Act of 2021). In addition, the resolution adopts H. Res. 176 (providing for corrections in the engrossment of H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021) and H. Res. 177 (authorizing a congressional candidate to file a statement with the Clerk of the House of Representatives regarding the candidate's intent to participate in a proposed small donor financing system in the next congressional election).

Current Status of Bill HRES 179

Bill HRES 179 is currently in the status of Passed in House since March 1, 2021. Bill HRES 179 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 1, 2021.  Bill HRES 179's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of March 1, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 179

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
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 179

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

- House of Representatives
- Legislative rules and procedure

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 179

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1) to expand Americans' access to the ballot box, reduce the influence of big money in politics, strengthen ethics rules for public servants, and implement other anti-corruption measures for the purpose of fortifying our democracy, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1280) to hold law enforcement accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies; and for other purposes.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1) to expand Americans' access to the ballot box, reduce the influence of big money in politics, strengthen ethics rules for public servants, and implement other anti-corruption measures for the purpose of fortifying our democracy, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1280) to hold law enforcement accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies; and for other purposes.

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