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H.Res. 1479 · 119th Congress

Impeaching Russell Thurlow Vought, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

IntroducedGovernment Operations and Politics
IntroducedAug 6, 2026
Passed HouseNot yet

Where it stands

Introduced. Latest step, Aug 6, 2026: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

What it does

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What has happened

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  1. Aug 6, 2026Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.House floor actions
  2. Aug 6, 2026Submitted in HouseHouse floor actions
  3. Aug 6, 2026Submitted in HouseLibrary of Congress

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Cosponsors

  • Mike Quigley D-IL-5
  • Bonnie Watson Coleman D-NJ-12