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Authorizing video recording in the House Chamber during a joint meeting of Congress for certain educational purposes.

5/1/2024, 1:04 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1126

Bill 118 HRES 1126, also known as the "Authorizing video recording in the House Chamber during a joint meeting of Congress for certain educational purposes," is a proposed legislation that aims to allow video recording in the House Chamber during joint meetings of Congress for specific educational purposes.

The bill seeks to provide an opportunity for educational institutions, such as schools and universities, to record and broadcast joint meetings of Congress for educational purposes. This would allow students and educators to have access to important legislative proceedings and discussions, providing a valuable educational resource.

The bill specifies that the video recordings must be used solely for educational purposes and prohibits any commercial use of the footage. Additionally, the legislation outlines guidelines for the recording process, ensuring that it does not disrupt the proceedings of the joint meetings. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1126 aims to promote transparency and accessibility in government proceedings by allowing for video recording in the House Chamber during joint meetings of Congress for educational purposes.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1126

This resolution permits the Speaker of the House, in concurrence with the House Minority Leader, to authorize a recording of a joint meeting of Congress on April 11, 2024, to provide a virtual reality experience for educational use.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1126

Bill HRES 1126 is currently in the status of Passed in House since April 10, 2024. Bill HRES 1126 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 10, 2024.  Bill HRES 1126's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of April 10, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1126

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 1126

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

- Broadcasting, cable, digital technologies
- Congressional operations and organization
- Digital media
- Government information and archives
- House of Representatives

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1126

Authorizing video recording in the House Chamber during a joint meeting of Congress for certain educational purposes.
Authorizing video recording in the House Chamber during a joint meeting of Congress for certain educational purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 1126

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