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Ranking a Member on a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

Introduced January 14, 2025Last action January 14, 2025

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## Summary of the Bill

This is a straightforward housekeeping resolution that designates or assigns a specific Member of Congress to a ranking position on one of the House of Representatives' standing committees. Standing committees are the permanent groups within the House that focus on particular topics — such as agriculture, defense, or education — and are responsible for reviewing, shaping, and advancing legislation in their subject areas. "Ranking" a member on a committee means formally establishing their position within that committee's membership hierarchy.

This resolution affects the internal organization of the House rather than creating new laws or policies that directly impact the public. It was considered a privileged matter, meaning it was given priority on the House floor, and it passed without objection — indicating that no members raised opposition to it. Resolutions like this are routine procedural actions that Congress takes regularly to organize itself, especially at the beginning of a new session or when committee membership changes due to departures, elections, or other shifts in the chamber's composition.

In practical terms, this bill does not change any laws, regulations, or government programs that affect everyday Americans. It simply ensures that House committees are properly staffed and organized so they can carry out their legislative work.

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Latest Action

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

January 14, 2025

Sponsor

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Rep. Flood, Mike [R-NE-1](R)NE

Legislative History

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Jan 14, 2025
house

On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H125)

Jan 14, 2025
house

Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H125)

Jan 14, 2025
house

Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H125)

Jan 14, 2025
house

Submitted in House

Jan 14, 2025

Submitted in House

Jan 14, 2025