H.R.es117 - H. RES. 117 (EH) - Engrossed in House (119th Congress)
Summary
H. Res. 117 concerns the election of a member to a standing committee of the House of Representatives. Specifically, it elects Mr. Guest as Chair of the Committee on Ethics. This resolution was engrossed in the House on February 6, 2025.
The resolution itself is a procedural action within the House.
It does not directly create new laws or policies but rather organizes the internal structure of the House of Representatives.
Expected Effects
The immediate effect is the seating of Mr. Guest as Chair of the House Committee on Ethics. This will influence the committee's operations and priorities.
Over time, this appointment could affect how the House addresses ethical concerns and enforces its rules.
However, the resolution itself has no direct impact on the broader population.
Potential Benefits
- Ensures the Committee on Ethics has a designated chair, allowing it to function properly.
- Provides clarity and structure to the House's internal organization.
- May lead to more effective oversight and enforcement of ethical standards within the House, depending on the chair's leadership.
- Could improve public trust in the House if the Ethics Committee operates effectively.
- Facilitates the House's ability to address ethical issues promptly.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself has no direct disadvantages.
- Potential disadvantages could arise depending on the actions and decisions of the appointed chair, but these are not inherent to the resolution itself.
- There is a risk that the chair's actions could be perceived as biased or politically motivated, which could undermine public trust.
- The appointment might be viewed as controversial if the selected member has a history of ethical concerns or partisan behavior.
- The resolution itself does not guarantee effective ethical oversight; its success depends on the individual appointed.
Constitutional Alignment
Article I, Section 2 of the US Constitution grants the House of Representatives the power to choose their officers. This resolution falls under that power.
The Constitution does not specify how committee chairs are selected, leaving it to the discretion of the House.
Therefore, the resolution is aligned with the Constitution.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).