Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Doug LaMalfa.
Summary
H. Res. 978 is a simple House resolution expressing the House of Representatives’ profound sorrow over the death of the Honorable Doug LaMalfa, a Representative from California. The resolution directs the Clerk to communicate the House’s condolences to the Senate and to transmit a copy to the deceased member’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 programs, authorize spending, or amend existing law; it is a formal expression of condolence and respect by the House.
Impact
This resolution has no direct impact on state laws or federal statutory law. Its effect is ceremonial and procedural within the House of Representatives: it records the chamber’s condolences, instructs the Clerk to notify the Senate and the family, and authorizes adjournment as a mark of respect. The only affected parties are the House, the Senate for notification purposes, and the family of the deceased member.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding the resolution is uniformly respectful and solemn. The text itself uses language of profound sorrow and marks the House’s intent to honor the deceased member’s memory. The available voting history shows no recorded opposition or controversy, and the motion to reconsider was laid on the table and agreed to without objection, indicating broad, noncontroversial support.
Contention
There is no notable policy contention in the bill or the available discussion materials. Because this is a memorial resolution, the only possible point of procedural interest is the House’s formal adoption of condolences and adjournment in honor of the deceased, but no disagreement is reflected in the record. No committee debate or recorded votes suggest any substantive dispute.
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