US HB9048 | 2019-2020 | 116th Congress

Status

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: Introduced on December 24 2020 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2020-12-24 - Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
Pending: House Oversight and Reform Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

Modifies the oath of office for elected and appointed positions in the federal civil service and uniformed services. Specifically, the bill modifies the oath to include a pledge to place the obligation to support and defend the Constitution above an obligation to any individual, political party, or faction.

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Title

To amend title 5, United States Code, to modify the oath of office taken by individuals in the civil service or uniformed services, and for other purposes.

Sponsors

Rep. Anna Eshoo [D-CA]

History

DateChamberAction
2020-12-24HouseReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
2020-12-24HouseIntroduced in House

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