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Congress·In Progress·H.Res. 539

Disciplinary Action Against Representative LaMonica McIver

Censuring Representative LaMonica McIver and removing her from the Committee on Homeland Security.

7 months ago·View on Congress.gov
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No legislative action in over 90 days.

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Key Points

  • This resolution proposes a formal public reprimand, known as a censure, for Representative LaMonica McIver. It also calls for her immediate removal from the Committee on Homeland Security.
  • The action comes after a federal grand jury charged the Representative with assaulting and interfering with federal officers at an immigration facility in New Jersey. She is accused of physically grabbing an officer and blocking them from making an arrest.
  • If the resolution passes, the Representative would be required to stand in the center of the House floor while the Speaker of the House reads the charges against her out loud in front of her colleagues.
  • The proposal argues that she can no longer serve on the Homeland Security committee because that group is responsible for overseeing the same federal agencies she is accused of attacking.
  • This is a rare and serious disciplinary measure used by Congress to punish members who are accused of failing to behave in a way that reflects well on the government.

Milestones

1 milestone8 actions
Sep 3, 2025House

On motion to table Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 207, 2 Present (Roll no. 223).

Sep 3, 2025House

Ms. Clark (MA) moved to table the measure.

Sep 3, 2025House

Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H3781-3782; text: CR H3781)

Sep 3, 2025House

QUESTION OF THE PRIVILEGES OF THE HOUSE - Mr. Higgins (LA) rose to a question of the privileges of the House and offered the resolution. The Chair directed the Clerk to report the resolution. Upon examination of the resolution, the Chair determined that the resolution did constitute a question of the privileges of the House.

Sep 2, 2025House

NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO OFFER RESOLUTION - Mr. Higgins (LA) notified the House of his intent to offer a privileged resolution pursuant to clause 2(a)(1) of rule IX. The Chair announced that a determination will be made at the time designated for consideration of the resolution.

Vote Results

1 vote
HousePassedProceduralSep 3, 2025

On Motion to Table

215
207
Democrat
210 – 0 · 2
Republican
5 – 207 · 7
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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Censuring Representative LaMonica McIver and removing her from the Committee on Homeland Security.

Bill NumberHRES 539
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionOn motion to table Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 207, 2 Present (Roll no. 223).

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