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HRES 23119th CongressIn Committee
Proxy Voting for New Parents Resolution
Introduced: Jan 9, 2025
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Proxy Voting for New Parents Resolution authorizes House members who become parents to designate a proxy to vote or record presence for 12 weeks after birth or a medical condition. It requires a signed letter to the Clerk with specific information, allows automatic revocation when the member votes or records presence, and prohibits proxies from being counted for quorum. The provision applies to the House, committees, delegates, and the resident commissioner.
Key Points
- 1Proxy authorization for 12 weeks after birth or medical condition.
- 2Signed letter to Clerk required with birth or medical condition statement, intent, and signature.
- 3Automatic revocation when the member votes or records presence.
- 4Clerk verifies letters, maintains a public list, and notifies relevant parties.
- 5Proxies cannot be counted toward quorum.
- 6Applies to House, committees, delegates, and resident commissioner.
Impact Areas
House members and their familiesHouse committees and procedural rulesDelegates and the Resident CommissionerHouse Clerk and administrative staffLegislative process and quorum calculations
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