H.Res. 500 — Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require employees of the House to be subject to criminal background checks conducted by the United States Capitol Police, and for other purposes.

H.Res. 500 — Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require employees of the House to be subject to criminal background checks conducted by the United States Capitol Police, and for other purposes. | JustPolicyThe purpose of this legislative text is to enhance security and transparency within the House of Representatives by requiring criminal background checks for all House employees and by mandating disclosures regarding payments from foreign governments. One of the key provisions establishes that all employees of the House must undergo a criminal background check conducted by the United States Capitol Police. This check is required for employees who are already working when a new Congress begins, to be completed within 30 days.