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Providing for the attendance of the House at the Inaugural Ceremonies of the President and Vice President of the United States.

Introduced January 15, 2025Last action January 15, 2025
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Introduced
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Passed Chamber
Passed Both
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Plain English Summary

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Summary of the Inaugural Attendance Resolution

This is a simple procedural resolution that formally authorizes members of the U.S. House of Representatives to attend the inauguration ceremonies for the President and Vice President of the United States. Essentially, it is the House's official way of saying its members will participate in this traditional event.

Resolutions like this are passed before every presidential inauguration and are considered routine housekeeping measures. The House treats it as a "privileged matter," meaning it gets quick consideration without the usual lengthy debate process. In this case, it passed without any objection from members, which is typical for this kind of procedural action.

This resolution does not create any new laws, spend any money, or change any policies. It has no direct impact on the general public. It simply serves as the formal, on-the-record arrangement for the House of Representatives to be present at the inauguration, which is a longstanding ceremonial tradition in the peaceful transfer (or continuation) of presidential power.

This summary is AI-generated for informational purposes. Always refer to the official bill text for legal accuracy.

Latest Action

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

January 15, 2025

Sponsor

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Rep. Hern, Kevin [R-OK-1]ROK

Legislative History

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

Jan 15, 2025
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On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H171)

Jan 15, 2025
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Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H171)

Jan 15, 2025
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Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H171)

Jan 15, 2025
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Submitted in House

Jan 15, 2025

Submitted in House

Jan 15, 2025