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House of Representatives Elects New Speaker

This document announces the election of Mike Johnson as the Speaker of the House of Representatives. This change in a key congressional leadership position can influence the direction of legislative work and political priorities, indirectly affecting decisions on budgets, laws, and other issues important to citizens.
Key points
Mike Johnson from Louisiana has been elected as the new Speaker of the House of Representatives.
The election of the Speaker is crucial for the functioning of Congress and impacts the law-making process.
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Adopted
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_811
Sponsor: Rep. Scalise, Steve [R-LA-1]
Process start date: 2023-10-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_811.

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:

  • Mike Johnson from Louisiana has been elected as the new Speaker of the House of Representatives.
  • The election of the Speaker is crucial for the functioning of Congress and impacts the law-making process.
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. Scalise, Steve [R-LA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H5053)

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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