Providing for the attendance of the House at the Inaugural Ceremonies of the President and Vice President of the United States. | ChamberLight
Bills · HRES 43
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 43House of RepresentativesPresidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Providing for the attendance of the House at the Inaugural Ceremonies of the President and Vice President of the United States.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This bill matters because it formalizes the participation of the legislative branch in one of the most significant ceremonies of American democracy: the peaceful transfer of power. While largely a procedural item, it ensures that the House is officially present as a body to witness the President and Vice President take their oaths of office, upholding a long-standing tradition. Its passage ensures an orderly and respectful observance of this constitutional event, providing a clear directive for congressional attendance rather than leaving it to individual choice or informal arrangements. If this resolution didn't pass, the House would technically not have a formal directive to attend the ceremony as a body.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Directs the House of Representatives to attend the Inaugural Ceremonies of the President and Vice President.
This ensures the official congressional presence at the transfer of presidential power, maintaining a key democratic tradition.
PROVISION 02
Specifies the exact time (10:30 a.m.) and location (West Front of the Capitol) for the House's attendance on January 20, 2025.
This provides clear logistical instructions for all House members and staff, ensuring an orderly process.
PROVISION 03
Adjourns the House after the ceremonies until noon on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, for morning-hour debate and 2 p.m. for legislative business.
This sets the official post-inauguration work schedule for the House, allowing for a planned resumption of duties.
This bill matters because it formalizes the participation of the legislative branch in one of the most significant ceremonies of American democracy: the peaceful transfer of power. While largely a procedural item, it ensures that the House is officially present as a body to witness the President and Vice President take their oaths of office, upholding a long-standing tradition. Its passage ensures an orderly and respectful observance of this constitutional event, providing a clear directive for congressional attendance rather than leaving it to individual choice or informal arrangements. If this resolution didn't pass, the House would technically not have a formal directive to attend the ceremony as a body.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Directs the House of Representatives to attend the Inaugural Ceremonies of the President and Vice President.
This ensures the official congressional presence at the transfer of presidential power, maintaining a key democratic tradition.
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Specifies the exact time (10:30 a.m.) and location (West Front of the Capitol) for the House's attendance on January 20, 2025.
This provides clear logistical instructions for all House members and staff, ensuring an orderly process.
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Adjourns the House after the ceremonies until noon on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, for morning-hour debate and 2 p.m. for legislative business.
This sets the official post-inauguration work schedule for the House, allowing for a planned resumption of duties.
House proceeds to the West Front of the Capitol for Inaugural Ceremonies
Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at noon
House stands adjourned until
GLOSSARY
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House of Representatives
The lower chamber of the U.S. Congress, made up of elected officials who represent specific districts within states.
Inaugural Ceremonies
The official event where the President and Vice President of the United States are formally sworn into office, taking their oath to uphold the Constitution.
Adjourned
When a legislative body formally ends a session or meeting, often specifying a time for reconvening.
Morning-hour debate
A period early in the legislative day when members of the House can speak on various topics for a limited time, typically before the start of scheduled legislative work.
Legislative business
The formal activities of Congress, including debating, voting on, and passing bills, resolutions, and other measures.
H. Res.
A House Resolution is a legislative measure that applies only to the House of Representatives and does not require Senate approval or a presidential signature to become effective.
ACTION TIMELINE
5 EVENTS
JAN 15, 25
Submitted in House
COMMITTEE
JAN 15, 25
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H171)
FLOOR
JAN 15, 25
Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H171)
FLOOR
JAN 15, 25
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H171)