House Censure of Representative Chuck Edwards
This resolution is now on the House calendar after being reported by the Ethics Committee on August 3, 2026. It must receive a vote from the full House to move forward. The bill has not moved since August 3, 2026.
Resolutions from the Ethics Committee to punish a member usually pass once they are formally sent to the House floor.
Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 87.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
The House Committee on Ethics reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-756, by Mr. Guest.
The bipartisan House Ethics Committee recommended that Rep. Chuck Edwards be censured for violating the Code of Official Conduct. The panel found he failed to adhere to the spirit of rules prohibiting sexual harassment and unwanted advances toward House staffers.
Ahead of an expected censure vote, Rep. Chuck Edwards circulated a six-page letter to colleagues defending his actions. He argued that his behavior, including gifts and poetry, represented 'affectionate friendship' rather than sexual misconduct or harassment.
A 25-page report from the House Ethics Committee concludes there is 'substantial reason to believe' Rep. Chuck Edwards violated House rules. The panel recommended public censure for a pattern of behavior that a reasonable observer would interpret as unwanted advances.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
In the matter of allegations relating to Representative Chuck Edwards.
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