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Transparency in Congress Resolution of 2022
12/29/2022, 10:48 PM
Summary of Bill SCONRES 31
Bill 117 sconres 31, also known as the Transparency in Congress Resolution of 2022, aims to increase transparency and accountability within the United States Congress. The resolution requires all members of Congress to disclose any financial transactions, gifts, or other potential conflicts of interest. This information will be made publicly available on a designated website for constituents to access.
Additionally, the resolution mandates that all congressional hearings and meetings be live-streamed and recorded for public viewing. This will allow constituents to stay informed about the legislative process and hold their representatives accountable for their actions.
Furthermore, the resolution includes provisions for increased disclosure of lobbying activities and campaign contributions. Lobbyists will be required to report their interactions with members of Congress, and all campaign contributions above a certain threshold will be publicly disclosed. Overall, the Transparency in Congress Resolution of 2022 aims to promote openness and honesty within the legislative branch of government. By increasing transparency and accountability, this resolution seeks to rebuild trust between the American people and their elected officials.
Additionally, the resolution mandates that all congressional hearings and meetings be live-streamed and recorded for public viewing. This will allow constituents to stay informed about the legislative process and hold their representatives accountable for their actions.
Furthermore, the resolution includes provisions for increased disclosure of lobbying activities and campaign contributions. Lobbyists will be required to report their interactions with members of Congress, and all campaign contributions above a certain threshold will be publicly disclosed. Overall, the Transparency in Congress Resolution of 2022 aims to promote openness and honesty within the legislative branch of government. By increasing transparency and accountability, this resolution seeks to rebuild trust between the American people and their elected officials.
Congressional Summary of SCONRES 31
Transparency in Congress Resolution of 2022
This concurrent resolution requires each Member of Congress to publish a monthly schedule of official meetings and floor activity of the Member during the preceding month. These public schedules need not include personal or campaign meetings or events, meetings with congressional staff, or meetings or events at which the Member is not appearing in an official capacity.
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Current Status of Bill SCONRES 31
Bill SCONRES 31 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 1, 2022. Bill SCONRES 31 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on March 1, 2022. Bill SCONRES 31's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text: CR S886-887) as of March 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill SCONRES 31
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SCONRES 31
Primary Policy Focus
CongressAlternate Title(s) of Bill SCONRES 31
Transparency in Congress Resolution of 2022
Transparency in Congress Resolution of 2022
A concurrent resolution requiring all Members of Congress to publish a public schedule.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SCONRES 31
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