Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require employees of the House to be subject to criminal background checks conducted by the United States Capitol Police, and for other purposes.

House Resolution

H.Res. 500

119th Congress

Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require employees of the House to be subject to criminal background checks conducted by the United States Capitol Police, and for other purposes.

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 19, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Darren Soto

Representative

Democratic

FL-9

Cosponsors

9

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Summary

This resolution is a tribute to the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida. It remembers and honors the victims, and offers condolences to their families and loved ones.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

SponsorDarren Soto (D-FL)

Introduced9/19/2025

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Rules.

ChamberHouse

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Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require employees of the House to be subject to criminal background checks conducted by the United States Capitol Police, and for other purposes.

This resolution is a tribute to the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida. It remembers and honors the victims, and offers condolences to their families and loved ones.

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This resolution is a tribute to the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida. It remembers and honors the victims, and offers condolences to their families and loved ones.

Bill Number: 500
Sponsor: Darren Soto (D-FL)
Introduced: 9/19/2025
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Policy Area: Crime and Law Enforcement

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Fact Sheet

Title: Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require employees of the House to be subject to criminal background checks conducted by the United States Capitol Police, and for other purposes.
Bill Number: 500
Sponsor: Darren Soto (D-FL)
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Introduced: 9/19/2025
Summary: This resolution is a tribute to the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida. It remembers and honors the victims, and offers condolences to their families and loved ones.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution is a tribute to the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida. It remembers and honors the victims, and offers condolences to their families and loved ones.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution recognizes, remembers, and honors the memory of the victims killed in the Pulse nightclub massacre in Orlando, Florida. The resolution also offers heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies for the families, loved ones, and friends of such victims on their day of remembrance.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution recognizes and remembers the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida.
It offers heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the families, loved ones, and friends of the victims.
The resolution is a memorial and expression of sorrow for the tragic loss of life in the Pulse nightclub attack.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This resolution would not have a direct policy impact, but would serve as a symbolic act of remembrance and support for the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting and their loved ones. It demonstrates Congressional acknowledgement and mourning for this tragic event.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

500, 119th Congress (2025). "Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require employees of the House to be subject to criminal background checks conducted by the United States Capitol Police, and for other purposes.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-500