H.Res. 136 · 118th Congress

Congressional Inherent Contempt Resolution of 2023

Stage
In committee
Sponsor
Ted Lieu
Introduced
2023-02-17
Latest action
2023-02-17 · Introduced in House

Summary

Congressional Inherent Contempt Resolution of 2023

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.