Sergeant at Arms of the United States House of Representatives facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Sergeant at Arms of the U.S. House of Representatives |
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| Appointer | Elected by the House |
| Term length | Two years |
| Inaugural holder | Joseph Wheaton |
| Website | Sergeant at Arms |
The Sergeant at Arms of the United States House of Representatives is an officer of the House with law enforcement, protocol, and administrative responsibilities.
The Sergeant at Arms is elected at the beginning of each Congress by the membership of the House.
They are known for announcing "Mister/Madam Speaker, the President of the United States" during the beginning of the State of the Union Address as the President enters the United States Capitol.
- Source: United States House of Representatives Sergeant at Arms Fact Sheet (pdf file), via House.gov
Images for kids
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Sergeant at Arms Wilson "Bill" Livingood announces President Barack Obama at the 2011 State of the Union.
See also
In Spanish: Sargento de armas de la Cámara de Representantes de los Estados Unidos para niños
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