Electing a Member to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.
- Bill Number
- H.Res. 940
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Congress
- Status
- Passed House
- Latest Action
- 2025-12-10: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Last Updated
- 2025-12-18T16:02:20Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This House Resolution (H. Res. 940) aims to appoint a specific member of the U.S. House of Representatives to serve on two standing committees, ensuring the committees have the necessary personnel to conduct their oversight and legislative work.
Key Provisions
- Appointment of Member: Mr. Van Epps is elected to serve on the following committees:
- Committee on Homeland Security (responsible for overseeing national security, border protection, and emergency preparedness).
- Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (focused on advancing scientific research, space exploration, and technology policy).
- The resolution was passed in the House on December 10, 2025, and attested by the Clerk of the House.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- This resolution does not amend or alter any existing statutes or laws. It is an internal procedural action of the House, which has the constitutional authority to organize its own committees without changing broader legal frameworks.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: Minimal direct impact, but Mr. Van Epps's involvement could influence committee oversight of agencies like the Department of Homeland Security or NASA, potentially affecting policy recommendations or hearings.
- On Citizens: Indirect and limited; committee assignments may shape future legislation on security, science, and technology issues that affect public safety, innovation, and federal funding.
- On International Relations: Negligible, as this is a domestic House procedure with no provisions addressing foreign policy or treaties.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Mr. Van Epps: Gains committee membership, allowing participation in legislative debates, investigations, and bill drafting.
- House Committees: Benefit from additional expertise or representation, aiding their ability to review bills and conduct inquiries.
- Fellow House Members: The broader House membership, as committee assignments distribute workload and influence legislative priorities.
- Relevant Federal Agencies: Agencies under committee jurisdiction (e.g., homeland security entities) may face increased or shifted scrutiny.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal/Constitutional: Aligns with Article I, Section 5 of the U.S. Constitution, which grants each chamber of Congress the power to determine its own rules and committee structures. No legal challenges are anticipated, as this is a routine internal resolution.
- Political: Reinforces party-line or bipartisan committee compositions, potentially affecting the balance of influence in key policy areas like national security and scientific advancement. It highlights the House's ongoing process of assigning members to align with legislative agendas during the 119th Congress (2025–2027).
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Rep. Kiggans, Jennifer A. [R-VA-2]
Recent Actions
- 2025-12-10: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2025-12-10: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H5555)
- 2025-12-10: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
- 2025-12-10: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5555)
- 2025-12-10: Introduced in House
- 2025-12-10: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- H. RES. 940 (EH) - Engrossed in House — issued 2025-12-10 — PDF (1 pages)