Summary#
This resolution picks three top staff leaders for the U.S. House of Representatives. It names the Clerk, the Sergeant-at-Arms (head of security), and the Chief Administrative Officer (runs House operations). This is a routine step at the start of a new Congress. It does not change any laws or public programs.
- Chooses Kevin McCumber as Clerk of the House.
- Chooses William McFarland as Sergeant-at-Arms (security and protocol lead).
- Chooses Catherine Szpindor as Chief Administrative Officer (finance, tech, and support).
- Helps the House keep records, manage security, and run payroll and technology with confirmed leaders in place.
- Agreed to without objection on January 3, 2025.
What it means for you#
- Public and constituents
- No direct change to your daily life.
- The House can organize quickly, publish bills and votes, and keep doing casework and services for residents.
- Transparency and records
- The Clerk’s office keeps the official list of bills, votes, and Members. This helps you see what the House is doing.
- Visitors to the Capitol
- The Sergeant-at-Arms leads security. This supports safe access for tours, hearings, and events.
- House operations
- The Chief Administrative Officer manages budgets, staff support, IT systems, and other services so Member offices keep running.
Expenses#
Estimated annual cost: no new costs; uses existing House funds.
- These jobs already exist. The resolution only names who fills them.
- Salaries and office operations are paid from the House’s regular budget.
- No change to taxes or federal programs.
Proponents' View#
- Puts key leaders in place so the House can function from day one.
- Supports accurate public records and smooth publication of bills and votes.
- Ensures clear responsibility for safety at the Capitol.
- Routine, noncontroversial step; the House agreed without objection.
Opponents' View#
No publicly available information.