Bills · HRES 406
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 406Congress
Removing certain Members from certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.
INTRO MAY 13· LAST ACTION MAY 13
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because committee assignments are crucial for a representative's power and influence in Congress. Committees are where much of the detailed work of drafting and reviewing legislation happens, allowing members to shape bills, oversee federal agencies, and advocate for their constituents' interests in specific policy areas.
If this resolution passes, the affected members would lose their ability to directly vote and contribute to discussions within those committees. This could shift the balance of power within the committees and potentially impact the legislative process on issues ranging from federal spending to national security and small business policy. If the resolution does not pass, these members would retain their current committee roles.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Removes Mrs. Watson Coleman from the Committee on Appropriations.
The Appropriations Committee controls federal spending, making this a highly influential position for shaping national budgets.
PROVISION 02
Removes Mr. Menendez from the Committee on Energy and Commerce.
The Energy and Commerce Committee oversees critical areas like healthcare, energy, and telecommunications, giving its members significant policy-making power.
PROVISION 03
Removes Mrs. McIver from the Committee on Homeland Security.
The Homeland Security Committee deals with national security issues, border protection, and emergency preparedness.
PROVISION 04
Removes Mrs. McIver from the Committee on Small Business.
The Small Business Committee addresses policies and issues important to small businesses across the country.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 2
R· Georgia
YRS IN OFFICE
11
BILLS LED
63
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 0 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAY 13
Submitted in House
MAY 13
Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 406
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 13, 2025
Last actionMay 13, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ETHICS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 13, 2025
House Res.HRES 406Congress
Removing certain Members from certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.
INTRODUCED MAY 13, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 13, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
1 min
COSPONSORS
2
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