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Contact Congress about H.Res. 186: Of inquiry requesting the President to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the conflicts of interest of Elon Musk and related information.

The House would ask the President for records about Elon Musk’s federal roles and business ties. The request covers possible conflicts of interest and federal contracts involving Musk-related companies. The President would have 14 days to send complete records, if he has them.

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Of inquiry requesting the President to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the conflicts of interest of Elon Musk and related information. is a House bill waiting for floor action. The latest recorded action: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 22.

Latest action on H.Res. 186: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 22.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects the President, the House of Representatives, Elon Musk, Musk-related companies, and federal agencies or teams tied to the records. The President would face a formal House request to turn over records. Musk and his companies could see more public and congressional review of their federal roles, business ties, and contracts. Lawmakers could get more information for ethics and contract oversight, depending on what records are produced.

Why this matters: This matters because it could show how a powerful private business leader’s companies connect to federal roles and contracts. The resolution would give the House a way to seek records about possible conflicts of interest. It also raises a separation-of-powers issue: how much information Congress can demand from the President about executive branch records involving a private person. The real effect is uncertain because it depends on what records exist, what the President has, and whether the House uses them for oversight or future ethics changes.

Key provisions in H.Res. 186

  • The House would use a formal tool to ask the President for information. That tool is called a resolution of inquiry.
  • The President would only have to produce records he actually has. The request does not automatically reach every document held elsewhere in government.
  • The House wants the records with nothing blacked out. That means complete and unredacted copies.
  • The request covers Elon Musk’s roles with the federal government. It includes both official jobs and unofficial roles.
  • The request covers possible conflicts tied to the United States DOGE Service, also called the Department of Government Efficiency. It also covers DOGE agency teams and other government or pseudo-government groups.

How Modern Action helps you take action on H.Res. 186

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Questions people ask about H.Res. 186

What is H.Res. 186?
The House would ask the President for records about Elon Musk’s federal roles and business ties. The request covers possible conflicts of interest and federal contracts involving Musk-related companies. The President would have 14 days to send complete records, if he has them.
How do I support or oppose H.Res. 186?
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Who should I contact about H.Res. 186?
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Can Modern Action explain H.Res. 186 before I act?
Yes. Modern Action gives you a plain-English summary, current status, and action context before you send anything.