H.Res. 131 authorizes a total of $9.3 million in funding for the House Committee on Ethics during the 119th Congress (2025-2027). The bill allocates $4.5 million for the first year (January 3, 2025 through January 2, 2026) and $4.7 million for the second year (January 3, 2026 through January 2, 2027), with these funds covering all staff salaries and operational expenses. The Committee on Ethics uses this money to investigate potential misconduct by House members and staff. The resolution requires that all payments be authorized by the Committee's Chairman and approved according to rules set by the House Committee on Administration, ensuring proper oversight and accountability of the spending.
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