This resolution reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to the orderly and peaceful transfer of power called for in the Constitution and expresses the intention of the House that there be no disruptions by the President or any person in power to overturn the will of the people.
[Congressional Bills 116th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1155 Engrossed in House (EH)]
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H. Res. 1155
In the House of Representatives, U. S.,
September 29, 2020.
Whereas the United States is founded on the principle that our Government
derives its power from the consent of the governed and that the people
have the right to change their elected leaders through elections;
Whereas our domestic tranquility, national security, general welfare, and civil
liberties depend upon the peaceful and orderly transfer of power; and
Whereas any disruption occasioned by the transfer of the executive power could
produce results detrimental to the safety and well-being of the United
States and its people: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) reaffirms its commitment to the orderly and peaceful transfer of
power called for in the Constitution of the United States; and
(2) intends that there should be no disruptions by the President or
any person in power to overturn the will of the people of the United
States.
Attest:
Clerk.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Mr. Swalwell (CA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5030-5035)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1155.
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5037)
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 397 - 5 (Roll no. 208).
Roll Call #208 (House)On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 397 - 5 (Roll no. 208). (text: CR H5030-5031)
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.