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Censuring Representative Glen Clay Higgins of the 3rd Congressional District of Louisiana.
9/28/2024, 8:06 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 1500
Bill 118 HRES 1500 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to censure Representative Glen Clay Higgins of the 3rd Congressional District of Louisiana. The resolution accuses Representative Higgins of making inflammatory and divisive statements that have brought discredit to the House of Representatives. It specifically cites instances where Representative Higgins made derogatory remarks about immigrants and minority groups, as well as comments that incited violence.
The resolution argues that Representative Higgins' behavior is unbecoming of a member of Congress and undermines the integrity of the institution. It calls for him to be formally censured by the House of Representatives as a way to hold him accountable for his actions.
If passed, the resolution would serve as a public reprimand of Representative Higgins and could have consequences for his standing within the House of Representatives. Censure is a rare disciplinary action taken by Congress, reserved for serious misconduct by its members. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1500 seeks to address the controversial and inflammatory statements made by Representative Higgins and send a message that such behavior is not acceptable for a member of Congress.
The resolution argues that Representative Higgins' behavior is unbecoming of a member of Congress and undermines the integrity of the institution. It calls for him to be formally censured by the House of Representatives as a way to hold him accountable for his actions.
If passed, the resolution would serve as a public reprimand of Representative Higgins and could have consequences for his standing within the House of Representatives. Censure is a rare disciplinary action taken by Congress, reserved for serious misconduct by its members. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1500 seeks to address the controversial and inflammatory statements made by Representative Higgins and send a message that such behavior is not acceptable for a member of Congress.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1500
Bill HRES 1500 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 25, 2024. Bill HRES 1500 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 25, 2024. Bill HRES 1500's most recent activity was NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO OFFER RESOLUTION - Mr. Horsford notified the House of his intent to offer a privileged resolution pursuant to clause 2(a)(1) of rule IX. The Chair announced that a determination will be made at the time designated for consideration of the resolution. as of September 25, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1500
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
100Democrat Cosponsors
100Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1500
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1500
Censuring Representative Glen Clay Higgins of the 3rd Congressional District of Louisiana.
Censuring Representative Glen Clay Higgins of the 3rd Congressional District of Louisiana.
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