119th Congress · House bill · Last action Jul 2, 2026
H.J.Res. 199In Committee
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to temporarily fill vacancies in the House of Representatives to further the continuity of Congress.
Sponsor: Rep. Timmons, William R. (R-SC)1 cosponsorIntroduced Jul 2, 2026
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HOUSEReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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All 1 cosponsor
1 Democrat · 0 Republicans
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Cleaver, EmanuelMO-05
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