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Providing for a joint session of Congress to receive a message from the President.

12/15/2023, 3:50 PM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 11

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 11, also known as the "Providing for a joint session of Congress to receive a message from the President" bill, is a resolution that calls for a joint session of Congress to be held in order to receive a message from the President of the United States. The purpose of this joint session is to allow the President to address both the House of Representatives and the Senate, as well as the American people, on important matters of national significance.

The bill outlines the logistics of the joint session, including the date and time of the meeting, as well as the procedures for how the President's message will be delivered and received by Congress. It also specifies that the joint session will be open to the public and will be broadcast live on television and online for all Americans to watch.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of communication between the President and Congress, highlighting the need for collaboration and cooperation in addressing key issues facing the nation. By providing a platform for the President to deliver a message to both houses of Congress, the bill aims to facilitate dialogue and decision-making on critical matters of policy and governance. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 11 serves as a procedural measure to ensure that the President has the opportunity to address Congress and the American people in a formal setting, promoting transparency and accountability in government.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 11

This concurrent resolution provides for a joint session of Congress on February 7, 2023, to receive a message from the President.

Current Status of Bill HCONRES 11

Bill HCONRES 11 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since February 2, 2023. Bill HCONRES 11 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 31, 2023.  Bill HCONRES 11's most recent activity was Message on Senate action sent to the House. as of February 2, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 11

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 HCONRES 11

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional operations and organization
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 11

Providing for a joint session of Congress to receive a message from the President.
Providing for a joint session of Congress to receive a message from the President.

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