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AZ HR2006

Resolution

Status

Introduced

5/24/2021

Primary Sponsor

Athena Salman

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-fifth Legislature - First Regular Session (2021)

AI Summary

  • Expels Representative Mark Finchem from the Arizona House of Representatives for his participation in and advocacy for the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack.
  • Cites Finchem's promotion of the insurrection through social media, speaking at December 19, 2020 rally organized by Ali Alexander, and participation in the march to the Capitol on January 6.
  • Notes Finchem's membership in the Oath Keepers militia group since at least 2014 and his failure to denounce the domestic terrorists involved in the attack.
  • Declares Finchem's conduct dishonorable and unbecoming of a House member, undermining public confidence in the institution and violating order and decorum.
  • Declares the House seat for Legislative District 11 vacant following the expulsion.

Legislative Description

Mark Finchem; expulsion

Expulsion

Last Action

Assigned to House RULES Committee

5/24/2021

Committee Referrals

Rules5/24/2021

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