AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Jul 7, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 15, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- This resolution dismisses the election contest for Alaska's at-large U.S. House seat.
- The contest was conducted under the Federal Contested Election Act, which authorizes the House to resolve disputed general elections.
- A contested election typically involves reexamining election conduct after the state certifies results.
- The House Committee on House Administration reported this resolution on April 9, 2025.
- The full House passed the resolution without objection on December 9, 2025.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The resolution concludes the House's review of the Alaska at-large congressional election dispute.
- The official summary does not specify the outcome, rationale, or effects of dismissing this particular contest.
- No documented winners, losers, or specific findings are detailed in the supplied materials.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- House Committee on House Administration reported the resolution on April 9, 2025.
- The House agreed to the resolution without objection on December 9, 2025.
- A motion to reconsider was laid on the table on December 9, 2025.
- No further legislative action is documented.
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. 18.
- Apr 9, 2025 — The House Committee on House Administration reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-53, by Mr. Steil.
- Apr 9, 2025 — The House Committee on House Administration reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-53, by Mr. Steil.