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US HRes603
US HRes603Reaffirming the principles of the United States Constitution, including separation of powers and the rule of law, and condemning efforts to undermine the same.
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Introduced
07/23/2025
07/23/2025
In Committee
07/23/2025
07/23/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
Reaffirming the principles of the United States Constitution, including separation of powers and the rule of law, and condemning efforts to undermine the same.
AI Summary
This resolution reaffirms core principles of the United States Constitution by emphasizing the fundamental importance of separation of powers, checks and balances, and the rule of law. It highlights that the Constitution establishes three branches of government (legislative, executive, and judicial) with distinct powers to prevent any single branch from becoming too powerful. The resolution specifically emphasizes Congress's constitutional duties, such as declaring war, regulating commerce, and controlling spending, and affirms that no government official, including the President, is above the law. It condemns any attempts by public officials to undermine congressional authority, ignore court orders, or compromise the independence of government agencies. The resolution also stresses that congressional appropriations are legally binding, not merely suggestions, and calls on all public officials, regardless of political affiliation, to respect the constitutional order and reject actions that could potentially subvert the fundamental principles of American democratic governance. Drawing on quotes from founding fathers like James Madison, Thomas Jefferson, and George Washington, the resolution underscores the importance of preventing the accumulation of power in any single branch of government and maintaining the integrity of democratic institutions.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (20)
John Garamendi (D)*,
Suzanne Bonamici (D),
Troy Carter (D),
Jim Costa (D),
Lloyd Doggett (D),
Lizzie Fletcher (D),
Al Green (D),
Adelita Grijalva (D),
Jonathan Jackson (D),
Julie Johnson (D),
LaMonica McIver (D),
Seth Moulton (D),
Kevin Mullin (D),
Eleanor Holmes Norton (D),
Andrea Salinas (D),
Kim Schrier (D),
Darren Soto (D),
Shri Thanedar (D),
Dina Titus (D),
Marc Veasey (D),
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (on 07/23/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/603/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hres603/BILLS-119hres603ih.pdf |
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