A Resolution amending House Rule 66 (a), further providing for vote by designation.
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Overview
This resolution amends House Rule 66(a) to allow members to designate a whip to vote on their behalf when they cannot be physically present in the House. It also expands remote voting capabilities to committee meetings, permitting members to vote remotely or designate another member to vote for them. The resolution outlines procedures for making these designations, revoking them, and ensuring remote voting is conducted securely and transparently.
Key provisions
- Members can designate either the Majority or Minority Whip to cast their vote when absent.
- Members can revoke their designation by notifying the Chief Clerk.
- Members can participate remotely in committee meetings and cast their votes.
- Committee chairs or minority chairs can be designated to vote on behalf of absent members.
- Remote voting must be verified by the chair.
- Video conferencing technology must be used for remote voting and committee meetings.
- Live streams of committee meetings utilizing remote technology must be available to the public.
Who is affected
- Members of the House of Representatives
- The Majority and Minority Whips
- Committee members
- The Chief Clerk
- The public (through access to live streams)
Notable changes
- Expands the current ability for members to designate a proxy vote.
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Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
Danielle Friel Otten
G. Roni Green
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