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Congress at Work Act

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 491

Bill 118 H.Res. 491, also known as the Congress at Work Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to establish guidelines and regulations for the operation of Congress, with the goal of increasing transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the legislative process.

The Congress at Work Act includes provisions that require members of Congress to disclose any conflicts of interest, financial interests, or other potential biases that may influence their decision-making. This is aimed at promoting ethical behavior and ensuring that lawmakers act in the best interests of the American people.

Additionally, the bill outlines procedures for the scheduling and organization of congressional sessions, committee meetings, and other legislative activities. By establishing clear guidelines for how Congress operates, the Congress at Work Act aims to streamline the legislative process and make it more accessible to the public. Overall, the Congress at Work Act is designed to improve the functioning of Congress and enhance the transparency and accountability of the legislative branch. It is an important piece of legislation that seeks to uphold the principles of democracy and ensure that lawmakers are working in the best interests of the American people.

Congressional Summary of HRES 491

Congress at Work Act

This resolution requires Members and Committees of the House of Representatives to publish monthly reports online that contain specified information related to legislative activities.

Current Status of Bill HRES 491

Bill HRES 491 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 9, 2023. Bill HRES 491 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 9, 2023.  Bill HRES 491's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of June 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 491

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
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 491

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 491

Congress at Work Act
Congress at Work Act
Requiring Members of the House of Representatives to post monthly activity reports on their official public websites, and for other purposes.

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