Pete Aguilar (D-CA)
Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.
A Democratic resolution with no cosponsors
Last activity — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Adopted by the House unanimous consent
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
The House by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no member's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
H. Res. 44 is a House resolution from January 15, 2025, that elects specific members to standing committees of the House of Representatives. The resolution names members assigned to the Committee on agriculture. It also names members assigned to the Committee on foreign affairs. Additionally, it assigns members to the Committee on natural resources. Finally, it assigns members to the Committee on science, space, and technology.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +1
Does this put more money into scientific research?
The resolution populates the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology which oversees research funding.
- Scored +1
Does this put more into space exploration?
The assignment of members to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology facilitates oversight of space exploration.
- Scored +1
Would farmers be better off under this?
The resolution assigns members to the Committee on Agriculture which oversees issues affecting farmers.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Committee on Agriculture: Under this section, specific members are elected to the Committee on Agriculture. This ensures that the committee is staffed to carry out its responsibilities for the people.
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Committee on Foreign Affairs: This provision elects specific members to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. Having these officials in place allows the committee to function and address foreign policy matters.
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Committee on Natural Resources: This part of the bill elects members to the Committee on Natural Resources. Staffing this committee helps ensure that natural resources issues can be officially handled by elected representatives.
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Committee on Science, Space, and Technology: This section elects members to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Filling these positions allows the committee to operate and address relevant legislative topics.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The resolution populates the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology which oversees research funding. Does this put more into space exploration? — The assignment of members to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology facilitates oversight of space exploration.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would farmers be better off under this? — The resolution assigns members to the Committee on Agriculture which oversees issues affecting farmers.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The assignment of members to the Committee on Natural Resources provides oversight for environmental protections.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — Organizing committee memberships through a formal resolution establishes the structure of legislative oversight.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this send more money or help to other countries? — The resolution establishes members for the Committee on Foreign Affairs who oversee international aid and relations.
- 1/15/2025
- Submitted in House
- Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H171)
- On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H171)
- Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H171)