H.Res.893 — Censuring Representative Cory Mills and Removing Him From the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Affairs
House Roll Call
H.Res.893
| Bill | H.Res.893 — Censuring Representative Cory Mills and Removing Him From the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Affairs |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Refer |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 310 / Nay 103 / Present 12 / Not Voting 8 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 204 | 8 | 4 | 3 |
| D | 106 | 95 | 8 | 5 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Refer
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HRES 893 (119th Congress)
HRES 893 is a resolution aimed at censuring Representative Cory Mills of Florida for his conduct and subsequently removing him from two key congressional committees: the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution was introduced in response to actions deemed inappropriate or contrary to the standards of conduct expected from members of Congress.
The censure serves as a formal reprimand, which is a significant disciplinary action that underscores the House’s disapproval of a member’s behavior. This resolution does not impose any legal penalties but reflects the House’s commitment to maintaining ethical standards among its members.
The resolution directly affects Representative Mills by stripping him of his committee assignments, which are crucial for participating in legislative discussions and influencing policy in areas related to national defense and international relations. The removal from these committees limits his ability to engage in key legislative processes and oversight functions tied to military and foreign affairs.
The resolution was introduced and subsequently agreed to without objection, indicating a consensus among House members regarding the need for accountability in this instance. The motion to reconsider the resolution was laid on the table, effectively finalizing the censure and removal process without further debate.
Key timelines include the introduction of the resolution and its swift passage through the House, reflecting the urgency and seriousness with which the issue was treated. The resolution serves as a reminder of the House’s authority to regulate the conduct of its members and to enforce standards of behavior through censure and committee assignments.
Overall, HRES 893 reinforces the accountability mechanisms within Congress while impacting the legislative role of the affected representative.
Yea (310)
B
Brad Finstad
B
Brandon Gill
A
Abraham Hamadeh
M
Mark Harris
B
Brian Jack
B
Brad Knott
C
Celeste Maloy
A
April McClain Delaney
A
Addison McDowell
D
David Taylor
Nay (103)
A
André Carson
E
Emilia Sykes
