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H.Res. 31 (97th)

A resolution to separate functions within the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct, and for other purposes.

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Introduced

22 January 1981

Last action

18 February 1981 · Committee

Status

Committee Hearings Held.

Sponsors

Rep. Edwards, Don [D-CA-10], Rep. Foley, Thomas S. [D-WA-5], Rep. Glickman, Dan [D-KS-4], Rep. Hamilton, Lee H. [D-IN-9], Rep. Rose, Charlie [D-NC-7], Rep. Schroeder, Patricia [D-CO-1], Rep. Stokes, Louis [D-OH-11]

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7 February 2024

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Summary

Amends the Rules of the House of Representatives to provide that the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct shall consist of two subcommittees: a Subcommittee on Investigations and a Subcommittee on Adjudications. Authorizes the Subcommittee on Investigations to determine if a Member, officer, or employee has violated the Code of Official Conduct and to initiate proceedings against any such person before the Subcommittee on Adjudications. Sets forth the rules of procedure for such subcommittees after commencement of such proceedings. Prohibits any House action against any person charged with alleged violations of such Code unless the Subcommittee on Investigations has instituted its investigation within five years of the alleged violation. Allows the admission of private counsel for Members in disciplinary cases to the floor of the House during the pendency of such cases. Requires the Speaker of the House to appoint counsel from among the Members to represent any such Member on the House floor.

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Timeline

  1. 22 January 1981

    Introduced

    Referred to House Committee on Rules.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 22 January 1981

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 22 January 1981

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 18 February 1981

    Committee

    Committee Hearings Held.

    Source: Committee

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