01 — The Text
What.
- Dismisses the election contest filed November 17, 2024, challenging the House race result in Florida's 14th Congressional District.
- Uses the Federal Contested Elections Act, which gives the House power to resolve disputed general elections after state certification.
- Concludes the reexamination process that reviewed election conduct following the district's official results certification.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The incumbent representative keeps their seat; no recount or new election occurs.
- Sets precedent for how the House handles future election disputes under federal law.
- Affects voters in Florida's 14th District by making the certified result final and legally binding.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Passed the House December 9, 2025, by unanimous consent with zero objections—meaning no Senate action required.
- The contested election formally ends; no further legal challenges to this race can proceed.
- Contact your representative if you believe elections need stronger transparency or dispute-resolution rules.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Dec 9, 2025 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Dec 9, 2025 — On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H5102)
- Dec 9, 2025 — Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H5102)
- Dec 9, 2025 — Mr. Steil asked unanimous consent to consider as introduced.
- Dec 9, 2025 — Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H5102)
- Apr 9, 2025 — Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 16.
- Apr 9, 2025 — The House Committee on House Administration reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-51, by Mr. Steil.
- Apr 9, 2025 — The House Committee on House Administration reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-51, by Mr. Steil.