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To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk.
1/15/2025, 6:17 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 2
Bill 119 HRES 2, also known as the "To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk" bill, is a procedural measure in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to officially notify the Senate that a quorum of the House of Representatives has assembled and to inform them of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk.
This bill is important because it ensures that the Senate is aware that the House is ready to conduct business and that key leadership positions have been filled. By notifying the Senate of these developments, the House can proceed with its legislative duties in an organized and efficient manner.
Overall, Bill 119 HRES 2 is a routine procedural measure that helps facilitate the smooth functioning of the US Congress by keeping the Senate informed of important developments in the House.
This bill is important because it ensures that the Senate is aware that the House is ready to conduct business and that key leadership positions have been filled. By notifying the Senate of these developments, the House can proceed with its legislative duties in an organized and efficient manner.
Overall, Bill 119 HRES 2 is a routine procedural measure that helps facilitate the smooth functioning of the US Congress by keeping the Senate informed of important developments in the House.
Congressional Summary of HRES 2
This resolution informs the Senate that a quorum of the House of Representatives has assembled, that Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana has been elected Speaker, and that Kevin McCumber has been elected Clerk of the House of Representatives of the 119th Congress.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 2
Bill HRES 2 is currently in the status of Passed in House since January 3, 2025. Bill HRES 2 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025.  Bill HRES 2's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of January 3, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 2
Total Number of Sponsors
8Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
8Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 2
Primary Policy Focus
CongressPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional leadership
- Congressional officers and employees
- House of Representatives
- Senate
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 2
To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk.
To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk.
Comments

Jalen Ford
31,076
1 year ago
Exciting news about the House quorum and Speaker/Clerk election! Looking forward to seeing how this will positively impact our government. #UnitedStatesHRESBill2 🇺🇸

Carmelo Cummings
30,494
1 year ago
Hey everyone, just wanted to share my excitement about this news! It's great to see progress being made in our government. Did you know that this bill also includes provisions for increased transparency in the House proceedings? Pretty cool stuff! #politics #progress #excitingtimes
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 2
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