Bill · H.Res. 1220· House(119-HRES-1220)
Condemning the attempted assassination of President Donald J. Trump on April 25, 2026, condemning the multiple attempts against the President's life, and recognizing the critical mission of the Department of Homeland Security.
- Introduced
- 4/28/2026
- Last activity
- 4/28/2026 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on 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
- Abraham Hamadeh
- Cosponsors
- - 30 - 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 attempted assassination of President Donald J. Trump on April 25, 2026, as well as previous attempts in 2024. It highlights that the attack occurred during a White House Correspondents' Association dinner. The text praises law enforcement personnel for their professionalism and heroism during the event. Additionally, the resolution addresses the Department of Homeland Security's current lack of funding. Finally, it calls for Americans to unite against political violence and condemn those who incite it against public officials.
Yes· 3 of 4
Would union members be better off under this?+1
The bill calls for unity against political violence which protects the safety of public servants and workers in those roles.
Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+1
The resolution highlights the White House Correspondents' Association dinner as an event celebrating the free press and First Amendment.
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+1
The bill underscores the vital mission of the Department of Homeland Security in countering threats.
The opposite
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-1
The bill acknowledges the importance of fully funding the Department of Homeland Security, which implies a need for increased appropriations.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Law Enforcement: The resolution expresses gratitude to the officers who responded to the attack at the White_House Correspondents' Association dinner (Section 2). This acknowledges the professionalism and heroism of those performing their duties.
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Protection of Constitutional Values: The resolution affirms that the United States Secret Service is responsible for protecting the country's highest elected officials (Section 3). This role is described as central to upholding the Nation's constitutional values.
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Emphasis on Security Agency Roles: The text acknowledges the roles of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Metropolitan Police Department in countering threats (Section 4).
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Focus on Department Funding: The resolution recognizes the mission of the Department of Homeland Security and acknowledges the importance of fully funding its components (Section 5).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Risks of Political Violence: The text notes that continued calls for violence against the President and other public officials risk undermining the democratic process and endangering the lives of public servants (Whereas clause).
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Threats to Public Officials: The resolution highlights that those who incite violence against the President and other public officials pose a threat to those individuals (Section 6).
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Union Workers+1
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Government Spending-1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Freedom Of Speech+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Policing Reform+1
- 5/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/11/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/30/2026
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- 4/29/2026
- 8 Cosponsors added.
- 4/28/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on 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.
- 14 Cosponsors added.
Stephanie BiceRepublican · Oklahoma
Josh BrecheenRepublican · Oklahoma
Ken CalvertRepublican · California
Mike CollinsRepublican · Georgia
Troy DowningRepublican · Montana
Pat FallonRepublican · Texas
Scott FitzgeraldRepublican · Wisconsin
Russell FryRepublican · South Carolina
Vince FongRepublican · California
Clay FullerRepublican · Georgia
H. GriffithRepublican · Virginia
Michael GuestRepublican · Mississippi
Bill HuizengaRepublican · Michigan
Erin HouchinRepublican · Indiana
Wesley HuntRepublican · Texas
Mike HaridopolosRepublican · Florida
Dusty JohnsonRepublican · South Dakota
Ronny JacksonRepublican · Texas
Nicholas LangworthyRepublican · New York
Cory MillsRepublican · Florida
Addison McDowellRepublican · North Carolina
August PflugerRepublican · Texas
Harold RogersRepublican · Kentucky
Mike RogersRepublican · Alabama
Michael RulliRepublican · Ohio
David SchweikertRepublican · Arizona
Marlin StutzmanRepublican · Indiana
Claudia TenneyRepublican · New York
David TaylorRepublican · Ohio
Daniel WebsterRepublican · Florida