hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Censure Rep. Al Green for disrupting State of the Union.
Rep. Rulli sponsored; targets Rep. Al Green (TX).
Introduced in House, referred to committee.
This resolution seeks to formally censure Representative Al Green of Texas for twice disrupting congressional proceedings, including the recent State of the Union Address. The bill states his actions were 'performative,' a 'breach of proper conduct,' and violated House rules. Sponsored by Representative Rulli, it has been referred to the Committee on Ethics for consideration.
Introduced Feb 25, 2026
This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 25, 2026, and immediately referred to the House Committee on Ethics. For it to advance, the committee must consider and approve it. If approved, it would then proceed to a vote on the House floor. As a House Resolution, it would not go to the Senate or become public law.
If this resolution passes, Representative Al Green would be formally censured, meaning he would receive a public rebuke for his conduct in front of the House. This action signals Congress's commitment to enforcing its internal rules of decorum and proper conduct during official proceedings. The intent is to deter similar disruptions, potentially leading to more orderly formal addresses like the State of the Union.
Supporters Say
Those in favor believe this upholds congressional decorum and holds members accountable for disruptive behavior.
Critics Say
Critics often argue such actions can stifle dissent or be politically motivated.
Supporters of the censure would emphasize the need to maintain order and respect during important congressional proceedings, citing the bill's claim that Rep. Green's actions were 'unpatriotic' and violated House rules. Opponents might raise concerns about free speech or suggest that such disciplinary actions could be used to target political adversaries rather than solely addressing decorum breaches.