Authorizing the Clerk to inform the President of the election of the Speaker.
Summary
House Resolution 811 is a procedural measure that officially notified the President of the United States that the House of Representatives had elected Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House. This formal communication is a required step in the transition of congressional leadership to ensure the executive branch is informed of who is presiding over the chamber. For citizens, this resolution signifies that the House has resumed its full legislative functions, allowing it to move forward with passing laws, conducting oversight, and managing federal business.
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Lifecycle of the Bill
Submitted in House
Oct 17, 2025
Submitted in House
Oct 17, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Oct 17, 2025