[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 87 (Wednesday, May 19, 2021)]
[House]
[Page H2545]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER

  The SPEAKER. The Chair wishes to remind all Members about certain 
standards of decorum in the Hall of the House. Members are reminded 
that the announced policies of January 4, 2021, as updated on May 11, 
remain in effect with respect to the wearing of masks.
  The Chair will reiterate that Members and staff are currently 
required to wear masks at all times in the Hall of the House except 
when a Member has been recognized by the Chair or when a Member acting 
as Chair is speaking.
  The Chair reminds Members that the House is following the guidance of 
the Attending Physician, who has stated that the present mask 
requirement and other guidelines remain unchanged in the Hall of the 
House until all Members and floor staff are fully vaccinated. The Chair 
also informs Members that the Attending Physician's guidance is 
consistent with the Centers for Disease Control guidelines.
  Members are further reminded that under House Resolution 38 the 
Sergeant at Arms is authorized and directed to impose a fine against 
any Member acting in violation of these policies.
  The Chair expects Members to conduct themselves with appropriate 
decorum in the House Chamber at all times. That includes proper attire, 
behavior that is respectful of other Members and of staff, and 
adherence to mask requirements and other safety protocols intended to 
protect all of those present in the Hall of the House. To follow these 
basic standards of practice is to facilitate an atmosphere of respect 
for each other and for this institution.
  The Chair appreciates the attention of the Members to these matters.

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