HRES1206Passed House

Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable David Scott.

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Passed Both
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Signed into Law
Failed — Did not pass vote
119th
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2026-04-22
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Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.
Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.
Democrat · GA · Representative
Votes with party: 94.7% (641 recorded votes)

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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

2026-04-22

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Plain-English Summary

The House of Representatives passed a resolution expressing its official condolences following the death of Congressman David Scott, a longtime member of Congress. This type of resolution is a formal way for the legislative body to honor a deceased colleague and acknowledge their service to the country. The measure passed without objection, allowing members to pay their respects as a unified body.

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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [H. Res. 1206 Engrossed in House (EH)] <DOC> H. Res. 1206 In the House of Representatives, U. S., April 22, 2026. Resolved, That the House has heard with profound sorrow of the death of the Honorable David Scott, a Representative from the State of Georgia. Resolved, That the Clerk communicate these resolutions to the Senate and transmit a copy thereof to the family of the deceased. Resolved, That when the House adjourns today, it adjourn as a further mark of respect to the memory of the deceased. Attest: Clerk.
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