HRES 802
Requiring the House of Representatives to convene and hold recorded quorum calls during a Government shutdown, and for other purposes.
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 12:16 PM
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This House Resolution requires the House of Representatives to maintain regular sessions and conduct recorded quorum calls during a government shutdown. It restricts recesses and adjournments unless specific conditions are met, including holding five consecutive days of sessions and limiting adjournment periods. Members who fail to record their presence on quorum calls for two consecutive days will be subject to fines, with appeals available through the Committee on Ethics. The resolution aims to ensure continued legislative activity during a shutdown and clarifies the definition of a shutdown event.
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Becca [D-VT-At Large] Balint
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