US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HR38

Introduced

1/14/25

Caption

This resolution elects Members to the committees on Appropriations; Education and Workforce; Homeland Security; Rules; Small Business; and Transportation and Infrastructure.

Impact

The passage of HR38 will have immediate effects on the composition and functionality of some of the most important committees in the House. By filling these positions, the bill will facilitate the legislative process, enabling those appointed members to engage in discussions, analyses, and policymaking that align with their areas of expertise and electoral mandates. This systematic organization of committee membership could ultimately expedite legislative actions and bring focus to key political issues being addressed by Congress.

Summary

House Resolution 38 addresses the election of members to various standing committees within the House of Representatives. The resolution outlines specific individuals nominated to serve on committees such as Appropriations, Education and Workforce, Homeland Security, Rules, Small Business, and Transportation and Infrastructure. These appointments are crucial for the function of committees that play a key role in drafting legislation, examining administrative functions, and providing oversight within the respective areas of their jurisdiction, influencing national policies significantly.

Contention

There might be points of contention regarding the political implications of the assignments. Different factions within Congress may question the balance of power within these committees based on the party affiliation of those appointed. Furthermore, opposition could arise from members who feel that their interests or perspectives are not adequately represented, potentially leading to debates over the selection process and lobbying for greater inclusivity in committee composition. Overall, how these appointments are perceived can greatly influence political dynamics within the House.

Congress_id

119-HRES-38

Policy_area

Congress

Introduced_date

2025-01-14

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HR14

This resolution elects members to standing committees of the House of Representatives.  

US HR40

This resolution elects Members to the following standing committees:Armed ServicesEducation and WorkforceEnergy and CommerceHomeland SecurityJudiciaryOversight and Government ReformRulesSmall BusinessTransportation and InfrastructureVeterans' Affairs 

US HR22

This resolution elects Members to the Committees on Appropriations; Energy and Commerce; Financial Services; and Ways and Means.

US HR31

This resolution elects Members to the Armed Services; Judiciary; Oversight and Government Reform; and Veterans’ Affairs Committees.

US HR54

This resolution elects designated Members of the House of Representatives to the Committee on the Budget and the Committee on House Administration.

US SR17

This resolution establishes the minority party's membership on the following Senate committees: Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry;Appropriations;Armed Services;Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs;Budget;Commerce, Science, and Transportation;Energy and Natural Resources;Environment and Public Works;Finance;Foreign Relations;Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions;Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs;Indian Affairs;Judiciary;Rules and Administration;Small Business and Entrepreneurship;Veterans' Affairs;Joint Economic Committee;Select Committee on Ethics;Select Committee on Intelligence; andSpecial Committee on Aging.

US HR102

This resolution provides amounts for the expenses of the House Committee on Homeland Security for the 119th Congress.

US HR108

This resolution elects Representative Judy Chu of California to the Committee on the Budget, ranking immediately after Representative Pramila Jayapal of Washington.

US HR42

This resolution elects Members to the Committees on Agriculture; Foreign Affairs; Natural Resources; and Science, Space, and Technology.

US HR13

This resolution elects Chairs for the following committees:AgricultureAppropriationsArmed ServicesBudgetEducation and WorkforceEnergy and CommerceFinancial ServicesForeign AffairsHomeland SecurityJudiciary National ResourcesOversight and Government ReformScience, Space, and Technology Small BusinessTransportation and InfrastructureVeterans' AffairsWays and Means

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