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House Disapproves Representative García's Conduct Regarding Election Filing.

The U.S. House of Representatives formally expresses disapproval of the actions of Representative Jesús García of Illinois. The resolution alleges that he undermined the electoral process by withdrawing his candidacy after the deadline, ensuring his Chief of Staff was the only Democratic primary candidate. While this resolution does not create new laws, it addresses the integrity of political conduct, which is crucial for citizens' trust in their elected officials.
Key points
The House formally censures the Representative for actions deemed incompatible with the dignity of his office and the spirit of the Constitution.
The core issue involves alleged manipulation of candidate filing deadlines, resulting in a lack of competition in the Democratic primary.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-11-18
56%
For 236
Against 183
Abstain 4
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Adopted
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_878
Sponsor: Rep. Perez, Marie Gluesenkamp [D-WA-3]
Process start date: 2025-11-17
Voting date: 2025-11-18
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 292
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Disapproving the behavior of Representative Jesús G. "Chuy" García of Illinois.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_878.

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 2025-11-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The House formally censures the Representative for actions deemed incompatible with the dignity of his office and the spirit of the Constitution.
  • The core issue involves alleged manipulation of candidate filing deadlines, resulting in a lack of competition in the Democratic primary.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Perez, Marie Gluesenkamp [D-WA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 236 - 183, 4 Present (Roll no. 292). (text: CR 11/17/2025 H4692)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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