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Limiting House Speaker Eligibility to Elected Members Only.

This proposal changes House rules to ensure only current or newly elected members of the House can be nominated for Speaker. This means someone not directly elected to Congress cannot hold this key position. For citizens, it ensures the Speaker is always an individual they directly voted into Congress.
Key points
Only elected members of the House of Representatives can be nominated for Speaker.
The change aims to ensure the Speaker is always a directly elected representative of the people.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_761
Sponsor: Rep. Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2]
Process start date: 2023-10-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

MEMBERS Resolution

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_761.

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 2023-10-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Only elected members of the House of Representatives can be nominated for Speaker.
  • The change aims to ensure the Speaker is always a directly elected representative of the people.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

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. Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.

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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