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H.Res. 869

ResolutionFederalHouseIn Committee
Congressional Inherent Contempt Resolution of 2022
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Committee
Latest Action · January 12, 2022
Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Congress
117th (2021–2023)
Introduced
January 12, 2022
Cosponsors (5)
5D 0R
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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.

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