01 — The Text
What.
- Establishes a new subcommittee under the House Judiciary Committee with up to 8 members to investigate January 6, 2021.
- Gives subcommittee power to subpoena witnesses, take depositions, and access intelligence committee information.
- Requires final report by December 31, 2026; subcommittee dissolves 30 days after filing or end of Congress.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Speaker appoints 5+ members; minority leader consults on up to 3, meaning majority controls investigation direction.
- Affects people with Jan. 6 involvement who may be questioned, and public understanding of events that challenged Capitol security.
- No tradeoff specified in summary—investigation proceeds without legislative power to pass laws.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Already passed the House on September 3, 2025. Now moves to implementation phase with subcommittee appointments and witness scheduling.
- Citizens can track progress via House Judiciary Committee public hearings and request access to final report when filed by deadline.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Sep 3, 2025 — Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, H. Res. 605 is considered passed House. (consideration: CR H3780; text: CR H3780)
- Sep 3, 2025 — Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, H. Res. 605 is considered passed House.
- Jul 23, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
- Jul 23, 2025 — Submitted in House
- Jul 23, 2025 — Submitted in House