To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled.
- Bill Number
- H.Res. 975
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Congress
- Status
- Passed House
- Latest Action
- 2026-01-06: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-11T20:09:47Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This House Resolution (H. Res. 975) serves as a formal procedural step to notify the U.S. Senate that the House of Representatives has assembled with a sufficient number of members (a quorum) and is prepared to begin legislative business at the start of a congressional session.
Key Provisions
- Directs the Clerk of the House to inform the Senate of the House's quorum presence and readiness to proceed.
- Includes attestation by the Clerk, confirming the resolution's adoption.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- None. This is a routine procedural resolution and does not amend or alter any existing laws, statutes, or House rules.
Potential Impacts
- On government agencies: Minimal direct impact; it enables the House to commence operations, which could indirectly affect legislative processes involving federal agencies.
- On citizens: No direct effects on the general public; it simply facilitates the continuation of congressional activities that may influence policy and laws affecting citizens.
- On international relations: None; this is an internal congressional formality with no bearing on foreign affairs.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- U.S. Congress: Primarily the House of Representatives and the Senate, as it coordinates the start of joint legislative proceedings.
- Congressional staff: Including the Clerk of the House, who is tasked with notification.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Constitutional basis: Aligns with Article I, Section 5 of the U.S. Constitution, which requires each chamber of Congress to determine its own quorum (a majority of members) for conducting business.
- Legal implications: Establishes the procedural validity for the House to act, ensuring compliance with rules for session openings; no challenges or controversies are inherent.
- Political implications: Routine and non-partisan, it signals the formal opening of the 119th Congress session on January 6, 2026, allowing for the organization of committees, leadership elections, and legislative agenda-setting without delay.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]
Recent Actions
- 2026-01-06: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2026-01-06: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H4)
- 2026-01-06: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H4)
- 2026-01-06: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H4)
- 2026-01-06: Introduced in House
- 2026-01-06: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled. — issued 2026-01-06 — PDF (1 pages)