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House of Representatives: Election of Speaker and Clerk for 118th Congress

This document formally informs the President of the United States about the election of the new Speaker of the House of Representatives and the House Clerk. This is a standard procedure at the start of a new Congress, ensuring the continuity of government work and legislative processes. For citizens, it means the House of Representatives is ready to operate and make decisions affecting the country.
Key points
Kevin McCarthy was elected Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Cheryl L. Johnson was elected Clerk of the House of Representatives.
The document confirms the House is ready to begin legislative work.
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Adopted
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_4
Sponsor: Rep. Rogers, Harold [R-KY-5]
Process start date: 2023-01-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Authorizing the Clerk to inform the President of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_4.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Kevin McCarthy was elected Speaker of the House of Representatives.
  • Cheryl L. Johnson was elected Clerk of the House of Representatives.
  • The document confirms the House is ready to begin legislative work.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Rogers, Harold [R-KY-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H49)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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