US Federal House Bill HR1206

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/22/26

Caption

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

Summary

H. Res. 1206 is a simple House resolution expressing the House of Representatives’ profound sorrow over the death of the Honorable David Scott, a Representative from Georgia. It directs the Clerk to communicate the resolution to the Senate and to transmit a copy to Mr. Scott’s family. The resolution also states that when the House adjourns on the day of adoption, it will do so as an additional mark of respect to his memory. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new policy, appropriate funds, or amend any existing law; it is a formal expression of condolence and recognition by the House.

Impact

This resolution has no direct impact on state laws or federal statutes, and it does not alter the legal rights or obligations of any person or entity. Its effect is ceremonial and institutional: it records the House’s official condolences, authorizes communication of the resolution to the Senate and the family, and directs an adjournment in honor of the deceased member.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is uniformly respectful and solemn. The text itself reflects deep mourning and admiration for Representative David Scott’s service, and the lack of recorded opposition, committee controversy, or roll-call vote suggests broad, uncontested support. The motion to reconsider was laid on the table and agreed to without objection, reinforcing the noncontroversial nature of the measure.

Contention

There is no notable policy contention in the bill, because it is a memorial resolution rather than substantive legislation. The only potentially relevant point is procedural: the House formally adopted the resolution and agreed without objection to the motion to reconsider being laid on the table. No members, committees, or outside groups are identified as opposing or debating the measure.