Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5371) making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 719) honoring the life and legacy of Charles Charlie James Kirk; and for other purposes.
Summary
H. Res. 722 sets the rules for considering H.R. 5371, a bill making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2026, and H. Res. 719, a resolution honoring Charles "Charlie" James Kirk. It waives points of order against H.R. 5371 and provides for one hour of debate and one motion to recommit. The resolution also amends House Resolution 707, changing the date from March 31, 2026, to January 31, 2026.
Expected Effects
This resolution expedites the consideration of the appropriations bill and the resolution honoring Charles Kirk. The amendment to House Resolution 707 shortens the timeframe affected by that resolution. The changes impact the duration of certain provisions, potentially affecting various government programs and operations.
Potential Benefits
- Streamlines the legislative process for considering important bills.
- Allows for debate and amendments on the appropriations bill.
- Provides a structured process for honoring Charles Kirk.
- Addresses a specific timeline issue in a previous resolution.
- Ensures timely consideration of essential government funding.
Potential Disadvantages
- Waiving points of order could bypass standard legislative scrutiny.
- Limited debate time may restrict thorough discussion of the appropriations bill.
- Changes to House Resolution 707 could have unforeseen consequences.
- Expedited process might reduce public awareness and input.
- Potential for rushed decisions on significant financial matters.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with Article I, Section 5, which grants each House of Congress the power to determine the rules of its proceedings. The waiver of points of order, while potentially controversial, falls within this constitutional grant of authority. The resolution does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).