H. Con. Res. 1 · Passed House · Congress

Regarding consent to assemble outside the seat of government.

Sponsor: Michelle Fischbach (R-MN)

What it does

• Authorizes Congress to assemble at a location outside Washington, DC during the 119th Congress if the Speaker and Senate Majority Leader jointly agree it is in the public interest.
• Requires the Speaker and Senate Majority Leader to consult with the House and Senate Minority Leaders before making the decision to convene outside the capital.
• Applies only to the 119th Congress.

Official summary

This concurrent resolution authorizes Congress to assemble at a place outside Washington, DC, during the 119th Congress if the Speaker of the House and the Senate Majority Leader agree that it is in the public interest. The concurrent resolution provides that the Speaker of the House and the Senate Majority Leader shall act jointly after consultation with the House and Senate Minority Leaders.

Latest action

Jan 6, 2025: Received in the Senate.