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Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to permit certain resolutions to be privileged only if they are based on conduct which was the subject of an investigation and report by the appropriate committee of jurisdiction or if they are offered by direction of a party caucus or conference.

3/5/2024, 1:00 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 1007

Bill 118 HRES 1007, also known as the Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives, aims to change the rules regarding the privilege of certain resolutions in the House of Representatives. Under this bill, resolutions will only be considered privileged if they are based on conduct that has been investigated and reported on by the appropriate committee of jurisdiction. Additionally, resolutions can also be considered privileged if they are offered by direction of a party caucus or conference.

This bill seeks to ensure that resolutions brought before the House are based on thorough investigations and reports, rather than being brought forward without proper consideration. By requiring resolutions to be based on conduct that has been investigated, the bill aims to promote transparency and accountability in the legislative process.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1007 aims to strengthen the rules of the House of Representatives by ensuring that privileged resolutions are based on credible information and have undergone proper scrutiny before being considered by the House.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1007

Bill HRES 1007 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2024. Bill HRES 1007 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 9, 2024.  Bill HRES 1007's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Rules. as of February 9, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1007

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1007

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1007

Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to permit certain resolutions to be privileged only if they are based on conduct which was the subject of an investigation and report by the appropriate committee of jurisdiction or if they are offered by direction of a party caucus or conference.
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to permit certain resolutions to be privileged only if they are based on conduct which was the subject of an investigation and report by the appropriate committee of jurisdiction or if they are offered by direction of a party caucus or conference.

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