Legislative Proxy and Absence Accommodation Resolution

HCONRES 5 establishes rules allowing U.S. House and Senate members to cast votes via proxy or attend committee meetings remotely during specific circumstances, such as family emergencies, jury duty, military service, or safety risks like natural disasters. Members must submit documentation (e.g., court papers for jury duty or military orders) and may only use proxy voting for limited periods (e.g., up to 4 days for family death, 7 days for illness). The Clerk and Secretary of the Senate must maintain public, electronic lists tracking proxy designations, remote attendance days, and the qualifying reasons. This resolution modifies House Rules and Senate Standing Rules to formalize these accommodations while ensuring transparency in voting records.