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Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.
3/5/2025, 7:01 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 162
Bill 119 HRES 162, also known as the resolution for electing members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives, was introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish the process for selecting members to serve on various standing committees within the House of Representatives.
The bill outlines the procedures for electing members to these committees, including the nomination process, voting procedures, and term limits for committee members. It also specifies the number of members that will serve on each committee and the criteria for eligibility to serve on a particular committee.
The resolution aims to ensure that the selection of committee members is fair and transparent, and that all members of the House have the opportunity to participate in the committee selection process. By establishing clear guidelines for the election of committee members, the bill seeks to promote accountability and effectiveness within the House of Representatives. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 162 is a procedural resolution that aims to streamline the process for selecting members to serve on standing committees in the House of Representatives. It is designed to promote transparency and fairness in the committee selection process, ultimately enhancing the functioning of the House of Representatives.
The bill outlines the procedures for electing members to these committees, including the nomination process, voting procedures, and term limits for committee members. It also specifies the number of members that will serve on each committee and the criteria for eligibility to serve on a particular committee.
The resolution aims to ensure that the selection of committee members is fair and transparent, and that all members of the House have the opportunity to participate in the committee selection process. By establishing clear guidelines for the election of committee members, the bill seeks to promote accountability and effectiveness within the House of Representatives. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 162 is a procedural resolution that aims to streamline the process for selecting members to serve on standing committees in the House of Representatives. It is designed to promote transparency and fairness in the committee selection process, ultimately enhancing the functioning of the House of Representatives.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 162
Bill HRES 162 is currently in the status of Passed in House since February 25, 2025. Bill HRES 162 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 25, 2025. Bill HRES 162's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of February 25, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 162
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
5Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 162
Primary Policy Focus
CongressAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 162
Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.
Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.
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