This resolution modifies House Rules to eliminate the requirement for committee chairs to approve remote testimony by witnesses. This would give witnesses more flexibility to participate in congressional hearings remotely without needing chair permission.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
AI Summary
Plain-English explanation of this bill
This resolution modifies House Rules to eliminate the requirement for committee chairs to approve remote testimony by witnesses. This would give witnesses more flexibility to participate in congressional hearings remotely without needing chair permission.
Last updated: 1/6/2026
Official Summary
Congressional Research Service summary
<p><strong>Bringing Real Ideas, Data, and Genuine Experience to Congress Resolution or the BRIDGE to Congress Resolution</strong></p><p>This resolution modifies the House Rules regarding remote testimony of witnesses in committee proceedings. Specifically, the resolution eliminates the requirement for the committee chair to approve remote testimony of witnesses. </p>
Key Points
Main provisions of the bill
Eliminates chair approval for remote witness testimony
Modifies House committee proceeding rules
Expands remote participation options for witnesses
Brings ideas, data, and experience to Congress remotely
Procedural change to House Rules
How This Impacts Americans
Potential effects on citizens and communities
Witnesses testifying before House committees could participate remotely without needing chair approval. This could increase access to expert testimony and make it easier for people with scheduling or travel constraints to contribute to congressional proceedings.
Policy Areas
Primary Policy Area
Congress
Related Subjects
Commuting
Computers and information technology
Congressional committees
Congressional operations and organization
Evidence and witnesses
Internet, web applications, social media
Legislative rules and procedure
Scope & Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction Level
federal
Congressional Session
119th Congress
Citation Reference
28, 119th Congress (2025). "BRIDGE to Congress Resolution". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-28
