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H.Res. 1490 · 119th Congress

Providing for the condemnation and denouncement of socialism in all its forms, and for other purposes.

Passed HouseGovernment Operations and Politics
IntroducedAug 27, 2026
Passed HouseSep 1, 2026

Where it stands

Passed House. Latest step, Sep 1, 2026: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. The House passed it 220–192. From Iowa: Zachary Nunn cosponsors it. All 4 of Iowa's representatives voted yes in the House.

What it does

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This resolution states that the House of Representatives

• condemns and denounces socialism in all its forms, including the Democratic Socialists of America, and opposes the implementation of socialist policies in the United States;

• reaffirms its support for free, fair, and secure elections and calls for enactment of the SAVE America Act;

• reiterates that American elections are for American citizens only; and

• recommits itself to upholding the U.S. Constitution.

Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Introduced in House, Aug 27, 2026).

Our plain-language breakdown, with what it means for you and the case for and against, is written once a bill starts to move.

What has happened

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.House floor actions
  2. Sep 1, 2026On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 192, 2 Present (Roll no. 289). (text: CR H5401-5402) Roll call recordHouse floor actions
  3. Sep 1, 2026Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 192, 2 Present (Roll no. 289). (text: CR H5401-5402) Roll call recordLibrary of Congress
  4. Sep 1, 2026The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule on the resolution and the preamble.House floor actions
  5. Sep 1, 2026DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1490.House floor actions
  6. Sep 1, 2026Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, H. Res. 1490 and H.R. 4795. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, H.Res. 1490, and H.R. 4795 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for a motion to recommit on H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795.House floor actions
  7. Sep 1, 2026Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1499. (consideration: CR H5401-5408)House floor actions
  8. Aug 31, 2026Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1499 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, H. Res. 1490 and H.R. 4795. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, H.Res. 1490, and H.R. 4795 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for a motion to recommit on H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795.House floor actions
  9. Aug 27, 2026Referred to the Committee on House Administration and the Committee on Financial Services.House floor actions
  10. Aug 27, 2026Referred to the Committee on House Administration and the Committee on Financial Services.House floor actions
  11. Aug 27, 2026Submitted in HouseHouse floor actions
  12. Aug 27, 2026Submitted in HouseLibrary of Congress

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Recorded votes

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  1. Sep 1, 2026 · HousePassed 220–192
    On Agreeing to the Resolution · needed a majority
    R 211 yes, 0 noI 1 yes, 0 noD 8 yes, 192 noEach member · Record

Cosponsors

From Iowa

Everyone else (24)

  • Rick W. Allen R-GA-12
  • Andy Barr R-KY-6
  • Sheri Biggs R-SC-3
  • Gus M. Bilirakis R-FL-12
  • Lauren Boebert R-CO-4
  • Josh Brecheen R-OK-2
  • Earl L. "Buddy" Carter R-GA-1
  • Elijah Crane R-AZ-2
  • Gabe Evans R-CO-8
  • Carlos A. Gimenez R-FL-28
  • Thomas H. Kean, Jr. R-NJ-7
  • Jennifer A. Kiggans R-VA-2
Show 12 more cosponsors
  • Nicole Malliotakis R-NY-11
  • Tracey Mann R-KS-1
  • Richard McCormick R-GA-7
  • Daniel Meuser R-PA-9
  • Michael A. Rulli R-OH-6
  • Pete Stauber R-MN-8
  • W. Gregory Steube R-FL-17
  • Matt Van Epps R-TN-7
  • Derrick Van Orden R-WI-3
  • Tim Walberg R-MI-5
  • Randy K. Weber, Sr. R-TX-14
  • Roger Williams R-TX-25