Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Doug LaMalfa.

This resolution (HRES 978) expresses the House of Representatives' sorrow over the death of former California Representative Doug LaMalfa. It directs the Clerk to notify the Senate and the deceased's family of the House's condolences and mandates that the House adjourn immediately as a mark of respect. The resolution affects House members and LaMalfa's family, serving solely as a ceremonial tribute with no policy changes or broader impact. It is a standard memorial procedure for deceased members, not a substantive legislative action.