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HRES 605 · 119th CongressPassed House

New January 6 investigation subcommittee

Sponsored by Barry Loudermilk

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Summary

What the bill does

This resolution creates a special committee in the House of Representatives to investigate unanswered questions about the January 6, 2021 events at the U.S. Capitol. The committee will have up to 8 members, with a majority appointed by the Speaker. It can issue subpoenas, take depositions, and access intelligence committee records, but cannot write new laws. A final report is due by December 31, 2026.

Why it matters

The stakes

This committee will decide what additional information about January 6 is made public. How it conducts its investigation could affect public understanding of that day and influence future security measures.

The debate

What each side says

Supporters
  • The committee will focus on remaining unanswered questions about January 6, ensuring a thorough investigation.bill
  • It has subpoena power and can access intelligence records, giving it the tools to get to the truth.bill
  • The committee is limited to investigation only and cannot propose new laws, keeping its work focused.bill
Critics
  • The committee's membership is controlled by the Speaker's party, which may lead to a one-sided investigation.bill
  • It can access intelligence committee records, raising concerns about protecting sensitive information.bill

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