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IA119th CONGRESS2d SessionH. J. RES. 201IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESJuly 9, 2026Mr. Issa submitted the following joint resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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 concernedJOINT RESOLUTIONDesignating an official residence for the Speaker of the House of Representatives.

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Designation of official residence for the Speaker of the House of Representatives

Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this joint resolution, the Department of War shall designate a facility to serve as the official residence of the Speaker of the House of Representatives.

2.

Administration

The Department of War, in consultation with the Architect of the Capitol, may furnish, maintain, repair, alter, and secure the residence designated pursuant to section 1 for the official use of the Speaker of the House of Representatives.

3.

Use of appropriated funds

Amounts appropriated for the operation and maintenance of facilities under the jurisdiction of the Department of War may be used to carry out this joint resolution, including, with respect to the residence designated pursuant to section 1, expenses relating to— (1)furnishing and improvements; (2)utilities and communications; (3)security and protective services; and (4)official staffing and operational support.

4.

Rule of construction

Nothing in this joint resolution shall be construed to confer ownership of any designated residence upon the Speaker of the House of Representatives or to create any personal property interest in such residence.

5.

Effective date

This joint resolution shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this joint resolution.