H.Res. 869 · 117th Congress
Congressional Inherent Contempt Resolution of 2022
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Ted Lieu
- Introduced
- 2022-01-12
- Latest action
- 2022-01-12 · Introduced in House
Summary
Congressional Inherent Contempt Resolution of 2022
This resolution sets forth procedures regarding committee subpoenas by the House of Representatives, including allowing the House of Representatives to enforce committee subpoenas with respect to federal departments, agencies, executive branch officials, and other persons. Specifically, the resolution allows the House to punish a noncomplying individual held in contempt with a monetary penalty, detention, or both.