House Resolution
John Larson
D - CT
Cosponsors
17
Policy Area
Summary
This resolution would amend House rules to allow a majority of Representatives to call Congress back from a district work period by submitting letters to the Clerk, ending the recess within two days if a majority signs on.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Plain-English explanation of this bill
This resolution would amend House rules to allow a majority of Representatives to call Congress back from a district work period by submitting letters to the Clerk, ending the recess within two days if a majority signs on.
Last updated: 12/27/2025
Main provisions of the bill
Potential effects on citizens and communities
Members of Congress would gain ability to force the House back into session. Congressional leadership would face reduced control over scheduling. The public would see increased transparency about which Members support returning to work.
Primary Policy Area
Jurisdiction Level
federal
Congressional Session
119th Congress
Citation Reference
865, 119th Congress (2025). "Opening the People’s House Resolution". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hres-865