Bill · H.Res. 1216· House(119-HRES-1216)
Condemning the politically motivated attack on April 25, 2026, at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner and denouncing political violence.
- Introduced
- 4/27/2026
- Last activity
- 4/27/2026 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, and Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Young Kim
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution condemns the politically motivated attack that occurred on April 25, 2026, at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. It describes how shots were fired at the Washington Hilton Hotel, resulting in the evacuation of President Trump, the First Lady, and the Vice President. The text notes that the gunman intended to target the President and administration officials. The resolution denounces all forms of political violence and calls for peaceful reconciliation among citizens. Finally, it urges Congress to pass funding for the Department of Homeland Security and the Secret Service to ensure future protection.
Yes
Would people in cities be better off under this?+2
The resolution advocates for increased security measures in Washington, DC, where the attack occurred.
Does this change how police departments operate?+2
The resolution commends the rapid and brave response of law enforcement agencies to protect citizens.
The opposite
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-1
The resolution urges Congress to pass robust funding for the Department of Homeland Security and the Secret Service.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Commending Law Enforcement: The resolution commends the Secret Service, FBI, Metropolitan Police, and Capitol Police for their courage and professionalism in protecting guests (Resolution Section 2).
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Promoting Peaceful Discourse: The measure urges citizens to resolve differences through open discussion, civil debate, and peaceful reconciliation (Resolution Sections s and 4).
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Rejecting Violent Rhetoric: It calls on public figures, elected officials, and media organizations to reject rhetoric that encourages violence or dehumanizes opponents (Resolution Section 5).
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Ensuring National Security Funding: The resolution emphasizes the need for Congress to pass a Department of Homeland Security funding bill to provide robust funding for the Secret Service to protect leaders and citizens (Resolution Section 6).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Urban Residents+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Policing Reform+2
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Government Spending-1
- 4/29/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/28/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/27/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, and Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
Pat FallonRepublican · Texas
Anna Paulina LunaRepublican · Florida
Nancy MaceRepublican · South Carolina
Mariannette Miller-MeeksRepublican · Iowa
Joe WilsonRepublican · South Carolina