HRES 1029
Congressional Inherent Contempt Resolution
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This resolution aims to strengthen the House of Representatives’ ability to compel compliance with committee subpoenas issued to executive branch officials and other individuals. It allows the House to formally declare non-compliance with subpoenas as ‘contempt of Congress’ and impose monetary penalties, up to a maximum of $100,000, depending on the timeliness of compliance. The resolution establishes procedures for negotiating objections, issuing subpoenas, holding hearings, and ultimately levying fines to ensure Congress receives the information it needs to fulfill its legislative duties.
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Alan S. Lowenthal
Bobby L. Rush
David N. Cicilline
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