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

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 593

Bill 118 HRES 593, 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 use footage from joint meetings of Congress for educational purposes. This includes using the footage for classroom instruction, research, and other educational activities.

The legislation emphasizes the importance of transparency and accessibility in government proceedings, and aims to provide students and educators with a valuable resource for learning about the legislative process and the workings of Congress. If passed, the bill would authorize the video recording of joint meetings of Congress for educational purposes only, and would not allow for the footage to be used for commercial or political purposes. Additionally, the legislation includes provisions to ensure that the recording process does not disrupt or interfere with the proceedings of the joint meetings. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 593 aims to promote education and civic engagement by allowing for the video recording of joint meetings of Congress for specific educational purposes.

Congressional Summary of HRES 593


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

Current Status of Bill HRES 593

Bill HRES 593 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 17, 2023. Bill HRES 593 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 17, 2023.  Bill HRES 593's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of July 17, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 593

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 593

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 593

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 593

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