This resolution, H. Res. 1608, was introduced in the House of Representatives on December 5, 2024, by Mr. Casten and referred to the Committee on Ethics. The resolution directs the Committee on Ethics to publicly release its report and findings from its investigation into former Representative Matt Gaetz.
The resolution highlights that the Committee on Ethics began investigating allegations against Representative Gaetz on April 9, 2021, concerning potential sexual misconduct, illicit drug use, misuse of state identification records, campaign finance violations, and acceptance of improper gifts or bribes.
The resolution cites precedents where the Committee on Ethics released reports on investigations of former House members, including Bill Boner, Don Lukens, Mark Foley, and Eric Massa, even after their resignations.
Ultimately, the resolution calls for the immediate public release of the Committee's report on the Gaetz investigation, including all relevant documents, with redactions to protect sensitive information such as witness identities. The resolution argues that releasing the report is essential to maintain the Committee's credibility and the integrity of House proceedings.
| Action Date | Type | Text | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-05 | Floor | Without objection, the motion to reconsider is laid upon the table. | House floor actions |
| 2024-12-05 | Vote | On motion to refer Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 206 - 198 (Roll no. 490). | House floor actions |
| 2024-12-05 | Floor | The previous question on the motion to refer was ordered without objection. | House floor actions |
| 2024-12-05 | Floor | DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the motion to refer H. Res. 1608. | House floor actions |
| 2024-12-05 | Floor | Mr. Scalise moved to refer to Ethics. | House floor actions |
| 2024-12-05 | Floor | Considered as privileged matter. | House floor actions |
| 2024-12-05 | IntroReferral | Referred to the House Committee on Ethics. | House floor actions |
| 2024-12-05 | IntroReferral | Introduced in House | Library of Congress |