What is the current status of HR 7101?

HR 7101 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 7101?

HR 7101 was sponsored by Adelita Grijalva (D), Rep.

Quick Seating for New House Members

IntroducedJanuary 15, 2026

Introduced9 months ago

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Introduced in House

Why This Matters

This bill aims to speed up the process of seating new members in the House of Representatives after special elections. It ensures that voters have their representatives as soon as possible, without unnecessary delays.

If you live in a district with a special election, your new representative will be seated faster.

Who this affects

Voters in districts

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires new House members from special elections to be sworn in within five legislative days.
2It ensures that there is no delay in representation for voters after an election.
3If a new member chooses not to take the oath during this time, the Speaker will arrange a later date.
4A legislative day is defined as any day the House is in session.
5The bill takes effect as soon as it is signed into law.

Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly

Quick Seating for New House Members

IntroducedJanuary 15, 2026

Introduced9 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Introduced in House

Why This Matters

If you live in a district with a special election, your new representative will be seated faster.

Who this affects

Voters in districts

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires new House members from special elections to be sworn in within five legislative days.
2It ensures that there is no delay in representation for voters after an election.
3If a new member chooses not to take the oath during this time, the Speaker will arrange a later date.
4A legislative day is defined as any day the House is in session.
5The bill takes effect as soon as it is signed into law.

Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly