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The Committee has reconvened. The Committee stands in recess until immediately after the call for the last vote.The Committee on Rules’ consideration of the following measure is postponed:

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Ahead of the 120th Congress, interested job seekers can apply for positions in newly elected House Member offices using the New Member Resume Bank.

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The House Office of Inspector General (OIG) audits, advises, and investigates financial, administrative, and technology operations to improve performance and integrity.

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The Office of the Parliamentarian provides the House with nonpartisan guidance on parliamentary rules and procedures. A Parliamentarian has been appointed by the Speaker, without regard to political affiliation, in every Congress since 1927.

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