When a representative is censured, he or she must stand in the House well and hear the reading of the resolution as a form of public condemnation from their colleagues.
However, Democrats stood in the House well and began to sing "We Shall Overcome," a popular Civil Rights Era song. This delayed proceedings, but ultimately, Rep. Green was censured.
What Happens When A Representative Is Censured?
27 members have been censured, the most recent was former Representative Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) in 2023. The most recent was former Representative Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) in 2023.
Other than the public humiliation, there aren't any punishments that come with being censured. However, a stripping of committee assignments can occur but is not required.