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LEGISLATION/H.Res. 503

Establishing the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol.

117-HRES-503117th CongressIntroduced Jun 28, 2021Congress
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Introduced
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Signed
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Sponsor

Rep. Pelosi, Nancy [D-CA-12](D-CA-12)

Summary

This resolution establishes in the House of Representatives the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol.

The select committee must (1) conduct an investigation of the relevant facts and circumstances relating to the attack on the Capitol; (2) identify, review, and evaluate the causes of and the lessons learned from this attack; and (3) submit a report containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations to prevent future acts of violence, domestic terrorism, and domestic violent extremism, and to improve the security of the U.S. Capitol Complex and other American democratic institutions.

The select committee consists of 13 Members of the House appointed by the Speaker; 5 must be appointed after consultation with the minority leader. The resolution gives the select committee specified powers, including the authority to hold hearings, receive evidence, and issue subpoenas. It also requires other House committees to share relevant records with the select committee within 14 days of the resolution's adoption or receipt of such records.

Subjects

Assault and harassment offensesCivil disturbancesCongressional committeesCongressional operations and organizationCongressional oversightCrime preventionCrimes against propertyCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationDistrict of ColumbiaEvidence and witnessesGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsHouse of RepresentativesIntelligence activities, surveillance, classified informationIntergovernmental relationsInternet and video servicesInternet, web applications, social mediaLaw enforcement administration and funding

Actions (12)

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jun 30, 2021House floor actions
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 190 (Roll no. 197). (text: CR H3323-3324)
Jun 30, 2021House floor actionsRECORDED VOTE
Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 190 (Roll no. 197).(text: CR H3323-3324)
Jun 30, 2021Library of CongressRECORDED VOTE
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Jun 30, 2021House floor actions
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 503.
Jun 30, 2021House floor actions
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2662, H.R. 3005, H.R. 3684 and H. Res. 503. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate on H.R. 2662, under a structured rule; one hour of general debate on H.R. 3005, under a closed rule; 90 minutes of general debate on H.R. 3684; and one hour of general debate on H. Res. 503, under a closed rule. Resolution provides en bloc suspension authority.
Jun 30, 2021House floor actions
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 504. (consideration: CR H3322-3335)
Jun 30, 2021House floor actions
Rule H. Res. 504 passed House.
Jun 29, 2021House floor actions
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 504 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2662, H.R. 3005, H.R. 3684 and H. Res. 503. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate on H.R. 2662, under a structured rule; one hour of general debate on H.R. 3005, under a closed rule; 90 minutes of general debate on H.R. 3684; and one hour of general debate on H. Res. 503, under a closed rule. Resolution provides en bloc suspension authority.
Jun 28, 2021House floor actions
Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Jun 28, 2021House floor actions
Introduced in House
Jun 28, 2021Library of Congress
Introduced in House
Jun 28, 2021Library of Congress
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