House leadership may coordinate with the House Sergeant-at-Arms and the United States Capitol Police to ensure the safety of Members of Congress and their families.
November 20, 2025
high
procedural
Describes a routine security coordination mechanism used to protect members of Congress.
Members of the U.S. House of Representatives can be sworn into office while the House is in recess.
October 07, 2025
high
procedural
Swearing-in of newly elected or appointed representatives can occur even when the chamber is not holding legislative sessions.
Members of Congress and other third parties can file amicus briefs with the U.S. Supreme Court to present legal arguments or perspectives even if they are not parties to the case.
high
legal_procedure
Describes who may submit amicus briefs to the Supreme Court.
The U.S. Capitol Police states it maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward threats against Members of Congress, their families, and staff.
high
policy
Declared enforcement stance regarding threats to congressional personnel.
Members of one party in the U.S. House have used or threatened censure and committee-removal measures as retaliatory tactics against disciplinary efforts by the opposing party.
medium
behavioral
Describes a recurring partisan tactic observed in congressional disciplinary disputes.