Bill · H.Res. 746· House(119-HRES-746)

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives condemning all forms of political violence and rejecting rhetoric that dehumanizes or demonizes political opponents.

Age: 55 years

Texas

Introduced: 9/18/2025
Last activity: 9/18/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by: Marc Veasey
Cosponsors: - 167 - 0

Crime and Law Enforcement

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

H. Res. 746 is a resolution by the House of Representatives to condemn all forms of political violence. It rejects rhetoric that demonizes or dehumanizes political opponents and asserts that political disputes should be solved through peaceful and lawful means. The resolution highlights several specific instances of attacks and assassination attempts against public figures and officials. It calls for law enforcement to investigate and prosecute those who commit or incite such violence. Additionally, it urges leaders and media to promote civil discourse.

Yes

Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+5
The bill aims to protect representative democracy and civic engagement from violence.
Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?+5
The bill identifies political violence as a chill on civic engagement and free speech.
Does this make elections run better?+2
The resolution affirms that political disputes must be resolved through democratic and peaceful means.