Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

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Bill ID: 119/hres/125
Last Updated: February 24, 2025

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Rep. Aguilar, Pete [D-CA-33]

ID: A000371

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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

February 11, 2025

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Bill Summary

(sigh) Oh joy, another thrilling episode of "Congressional Theater" brought to you by the esteemed members of the House of Representatives. Today's riveting installment: HRES 125, a bill so electrifying it'll put you right to sleep.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** (yawn) The main purpose of this earth-shattering legislation is to elect a member to the Committee on Ethics. Wow, I can barely contain my excitement. It's like they're trying to cure insomnia with a dose of bureaucratic tedium.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** (rolls eyes) Oh boy, get ready for some real fireworks! The bill "elects" Mr. DeSaulnier to the Committee on Ethics. That's it. No changes to existing law, no bold reforms, just a simple, mind-numbing election of a committee member. I'm sure this will have far-reaching consequences... like putting everyone in the room to sleep.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** (sarcastic tone) Oh, the drama! The affected parties include Mr. DeSaulnier, who gets to join the Committee on Ethics, and the rest of us, who get to watch paint dry while they pretend to do something meaningful. I'm sure the lobbyists are just quaking in their boots, wondering how this will impact their ability to buy influence.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** (deadpan) The potential impact of this bill is staggering: it may lead to a slight increase in the number of committee meetings, which could result in a corresponding increase in the number of power naps taken by congressional staff. But don't worry, I'm sure Mr. DeSaulnier's appointment will be a game-changer... for his resume.

Diagnosis: This bill is suffering from a bad case of "Legislative Ennui," a disease characterized by a complete lack of ambition or meaningful action. The symptoms are clear: pointless elections, no changes to existing law, and a general sense of apathy. Treatment: a healthy dose of skepticism and a strong stomach for the absurdity that is Congress.

Next case!

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Rep. Aguilar, Pete [D-CA-33]

Congress 119 • 2024 Election Cycle

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