H.R.es293 - Providing for the announcement of pairs from a written list furnished to the Clerk, and for other purposes. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Res. 293 modifies the procedure for announcing pairs in the House of Representatives during the 119th Congress. It mandates that pairs be announced by the Clerk immediately before the vote result is announced, based on a written list. This list, signed by the Member, will be published in the Congressional Record.
Expected Effects
This resolution will change how pairing is announced in the House. It formalizes the process and ensures transparency by publishing the pairings in the Congressional Record. This could make voting records more complete and easier to understand.
Potential Benefits
- Increased transparency in voting records.
- Formalized process for announcing pairs.
- Publicly available record of pairings in the Congressional Record.
- Potentially clearer understanding of individual member's positions.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for misuse of pairing for political maneuvering.
- May add complexity to the voting process.
- Could be perceived as a minor procedural change with little substantive impact.
Constitutional Alignment
This resolution appears to align with Article I, Section 5 of the US Constitution, which states that "Each House may determine the Rules of its Proceedings." It sets forth rules for how the House of Representatives will conduct its business regarding the announcement of pairs during votes. The resolution does not appear to infringe upon any specific rights or liberties guaranteed by the Constitution or its amendments.
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).