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H.R. 1234: To direct the Librarian of Congress to promote the more cost-effective, efficient, and expanded availability of the Annotated Constitution and pocket-part supplements by replacing the hardbound versions with digital versions.

A House bill (H.R.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.

Overview

Congress119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026)
TypeHouse bill (H.R.)
Originating chamberHouse
Introduced2025-02-12
SponsorRep. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5]
Policy areaCongress
Cosponsors3
Latest action2025-04-01 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Last updated2026-07-13

Summary

Official summary (Introduced in House, 2025-02-12):

This bill replaces the requirement for the Library of Congress to prepare hardbound versions of the Constitution Annotated and supplements with a requirement for the Library to instead prepare digital versions and publish them online.

The new requirement applies to the supplement after the Supreme Court term beginning October 2025 and all subsequent editions.

Cosponsors (3)

NameParty / state
Joseph D. Morelle D NY (original cosponsor) 2025-02-12
Mike Carey R OH (original cosponsor) 2025-02-12
Norma J. Torres D CA (original cosponsor) 2025-02-12

Full text & official record

The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for H.R. 1234 are published by Congress on congress.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

What is H.R. 1234?

H.R. 1234 is a House bill (H.R.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the House. Official title: To direct the Librarian of Congress to promote the more cost-effective, efficient, and expanded availability of the Annotated Constitution and pocket-part supplements by replacing the hardbound versions with digital versions..

Where can I read the full bill text?

The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for H.R. 1234 are available on congress.gov.

Bill data: congress.gov API (official congressional records).