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HRES 1216

Condemning the politically motivated attack on April 25, 2026, at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner and denouncing political violence.

119th Congress Introduced by Pat Fallon and 5 co-sponsors

Condemns political violence, praises law enforcement response, promotes peaceful civic discourse, and urges swift DHS funding for USSS to protect leaders and citizens.

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Bill Summary · HRES 1216

Summary of H.Res. 1216 (119th Congress, 2nd Session)

Title: Condemning the politically motivated attack on April 25, 2026, at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner and denouncing political violence

Purpose and Intent

  • To unequivocally condemn political violence in all forms.
  • To recognize and commend the law enforcement responders who protected attendees during the April 25, 2026, White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner attack.
  • To promote non-violent, civil discourse as the appropriate means of political disagreement.
  • To urge Congress to act on funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), specifically to ensure robust funding for the United States Secret Service (USSS) to protect national leaders and the public.

Key Provisions and Provisions of Action

  • The resolution states six main points:
    1. Condemn political violence in all forms.
    2. Commend law enforcement and security personnel (USSS, FBI, MPD, USCP, and others) who responded to the attack.
    3. Work to prevent future politically motivated attacks.
    4. Urge citizens to resolve differences peacefully through open discussion and civil debate.
    5. Call on elected officials, public figures, and media organizations to reject rhetoric that encourages political violence and dehumanizes opponents.
    6. Reiterate the urgency of Congress passing a DHS funding bill with robust funding for the USSS to protect leaders and citizens.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Legislative and executive branches involved in security funding and policy:
    • Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding, with emphasis on the United States Secret Service.
    • Security and protective measures for national leaders and public figures.
  • Public discourse and political communication norms:
    • A call for reduced violent rhetoric from elected officials, public figures, and media organizations.
  • Law enforcement and security personnel:
    • Acknowledgment and continued support for protection agencies responsible for safeguarding events and officials.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • The resolution was introduced on April 27, 2026, by Rep. Nanette Barragán? (Note: The sponsor names listed are Mrs. Kim, Mrs. Luna, and Mr. Wilson of South Carolina; provided in the text as sponsors).
  • Referred to:
    • Committee on the Judiciary
    • Committee on House Administration
    • Committee on Homeland Security
    • Referral for consideration of provisions within each committee’s jurisdiction, with specific periods to be determined by the Speaker.
  • This Resolution is a statement of Congress rather than a bill that would enact statutes; it expresses condemnation, commendations, and policy sentiments, and underscores funding priorities (specifically DHS/USSS funding) without specifying new appropriations in the text of the resolution itself.

Notable Contextual Details

  • The resolution references an April 25, 2026 incident at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner, including:
    • The gunman’s stated violent motives and the presence of a public manifesto.
    • Premeditation and intent to target President Trump and administration officials.
    • An injury to a USSS officer and the apprehension of the suspect by Secret Service.
    • Acknowledgement that this follows other assassination-attempts and escalating political violence.
  • The resolution highlights the event’s significance as a long-standing symbol of free press and First Amendment values, and it links its response to broader democratic norms and civil discourse.

Bottom Line

H.Res. 1216 is a non-binding House resolution condemning political violence, praising law enforcement responses, promoting peaceful civic engagement, and urging swift DHS funding (with emphasis on the USSS) to enhance protection for national leaders and U.S. citizens. It also calls for responsible rhetoric across political actors and media to prevent future violence.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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