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Proxy Voting for New Parents in House of Representatives

This proposal allows members of the House of Representatives who are new parents to vote remotely by proxy. This aims to help them balance parental duties with legislative work, ensuring their continued participation in decision-making without requiring physical presence.
Key points
House members can designate another member to vote on their behalf after childbirth (or for serious pregnancy-related medical conditions).
Proxy voting authority lasts for 12 weeks from the birth date or from the designation date for pregnancy complications.
The proxy must receive exact voting instructions from the member and announce them before casting the vote.
Proxy votes do not count towards establishing a quorum in the House or in committees.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_23
Sponsor: Rep. Pettersen, Brittany [D-CO-7]
Process start date: 2025-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Proxy Voting for New Parents Resolution

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_23.

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 2025-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • House members can designate another member to vote on their behalf after childbirth (or for serious pregnancy-related medical conditions).
  • Proxy voting authority lasts for 12 weeks from the birth date or from the designation date for pregnancy complications.
  • The proxy must receive exact voting instructions from the member and announce them before casting the vote.
  • Proxy votes do not count towards establishing a quorum in the House or in committees.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Pettersen, Brittany [D-CO-7].

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 2025-12-21.

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