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To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and election of the Speaker and the Clerk.

1/11/2024, 8:30 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 2

Bill 118 HRES 2, also known as the "To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and election of the Speaker and the Clerk," is a procedural bill that was introduced in the US House of Representatives. The purpose of this bill is to officially notify the Senate that a quorum of the House has been assembled and to conduct the election of the Speaker and the Clerk.

The bill outlines the process by which the House will notify the Senate of its quorum and the election of these key positions. The Speaker of the House is a crucial leadership role responsible for presiding over House sessions, maintaining order, and representing the House to the public. The Clerk of the House is responsible for keeping official records, managing House documents, and providing administrative support to members of the House.

This bill is important for ensuring the smooth functioning of the House of Representatives and establishing the necessary leadership positions to conduct legislative business. It is a routine procedural step that is typically carried out at the beginning of a new session of Congress. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 2 is a straightforward and non-controversial piece of legislation that is essential for the proper functioning of the US House of Representatives.

Congressional Summary of HRES 2

This resolution informs the Senate that a quorum of the House of Representatives has assembled and that Kevin McCarthy and Cheryl L. Johnson have been elected Speaker of the House and Clerk, respectively.

Current Status of Bill HRES 2

Bill HRES 2 is currently in the status of Passed in House since January 7, 2023. Bill HRES 2 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 6, 2023.  Bill HRES 2's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of January 7, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 2

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 2

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional leadership
- Congressional officers and employees
- House of Representatives

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 2

To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and election of the Speaker and the Clerk.
To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and election of the Speaker and the Clerk.

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