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H.J.Res. 117 · 119th Congress

Relating to a national emergency by the President on July 30, 2025.

IntroducedEmergency Management
IntroducedAug 29, 2025
Passed HouseNot yet
Passed SenateNot yet
To PresidentNot yet
Became lawNot yet

Where it stands

Introduced. Latest step, Sep 15, 2025: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

What it does

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What has happened

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  1. Aug 29, 2025Introduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

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Recorded votes

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  1. Sep 15, 2025 · HousePassed 200–198
    On Motion to Table the Motion to Discharge Committee · needed a majority
    R 200 yes, 2 noD 0 yes, 196 noEach member · Record

Cosponsors

  • Gabe Amo D-RI-1
  • Greg Casar D-TX-35
  • Joaquin Castro D-TX-20
  • Sydney Kamlager-Dove D-CA-37
  • Jimmy Panetta D-CA-19
  • Greg Stanton D-AZ-4
  • Dina Titus D-NV-1