H.Res. 965
Passed SenateAuthorizing remote voting by proxy in the House of Representatives and providing for official remote committee proceedings during a public health emergency due to a novel coronavirus, and for other purposes.
Latest Action
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
5/15/2020 • House
Summary
This resolution authorizes and otherwise sets forth procedures for remote voting by proxy in the House of Representatives and provides for official remote committee proceedings during a public health emergency due to a novel coronavirus (e.g., the virus that causes COVID-19) for a 45-day period. Based on the status of the public health emergency, the 45-day period may be extended for an additional 45 days or terminated earlier.
The chair of the Committee on House Administration shall study the feasibility of using technology to conduct remote voting and certify to the House that operable and secure technology exists to conduct such activity.
Passed House • 5/15/2020
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Bill Journey
Originated in the House
Introduced
May 13, 2020
Committee Review
May 14, 2020
Floor Debate
May 15, 2020
Passed Chamber
May 15, 2020
Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 189 (Roll No. 107).(text: CR H2019-2021)
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Enacted into Law