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Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.
2/3/2025, 4:27 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 21
Bill 119 HRES 21, also known as Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives, is a piece of legislation that focuses on the process of selecting members for various standing committees within the House of Representatives. The bill outlines the procedures for electing members to these committees, which play a crucial role in shaping and overseeing legislation in Congress.
The bill specifies that each standing committee will consist of a certain number of members, with the exact number determined by the Speaker of the House. Members will be elected to these committees by a vote of the full House, with each member being allowed to vote for a certain number of candidates based on the committee's size.
Additionally, the bill outlines the process for filling vacancies on standing committees, stating that vacancies will be filled through a special election held by the full House. This ensures that each committee remains fully staffed and able to carry out its duties effectively. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 21 aims to ensure a fair and transparent process for electing members to standing committees in the House of Representatives. By outlining clear procedures for selecting committee members and filling vacancies, the bill helps to maintain the integrity and functionality of these important legislative bodies.
The bill specifies that each standing committee will consist of a certain number of members, with the exact number determined by the Speaker of the House. Members will be elected to these committees by a vote of the full House, with each member being allowed to vote for a certain number of candidates based on the committee's size.
Additionally, the bill outlines the process for filling vacancies on standing committees, stating that vacancies will be filled through a special election held by the full House. This ensures that each committee remains fully staffed and able to carry out its duties effectively. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 21 aims to ensure a fair and transparent process for electing members to standing committees in the House of Representatives. By outlining clear procedures for selecting committee members and filling vacancies, the bill helps to maintain the integrity and functionality of these important legislative bodies.
Congressional Summary of HRES 21
This resolution elects Members to the Committees on Appropriations; Energy and Commerce; Financial Services; and Ways and Means.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 21
Bill HRES 21 is currently in the status of Passed in House since January 9, 2025. Bill HRES 21 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2025. Bill HRES 21's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of January 9, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 21
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 21
Primary Policy Focus
CongressPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional committees
- House Committee on Appropriations
- House Committee on Energy and Commerce
- House Committee on Financial Services
- House Committee on Ways and Means
- House of Representatives
- Members of Congress
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 21
Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.
Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.
Comments

Jacqueline Crowell
573
1 year ago
I just don't think this is the right move. It's going to shake things up in a way that I'm not comfortable with. I feel like it's going to impact me and my community in ways that we may not be prepared for. I hope we can find a better solution in the long run.

Madeleine Copeland
635
1 year ago
I think this bill is good for us, but how does it really work? #confused
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 21
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