Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6039) to advance commonsense priorities.
Summary
H.Res. 982 is a resolution providing for the consideration of H.R. 6039, a bill aimed at advancing 'commonsense priorities.' The resolution outlines the procedures for debating and amending the bill in the House of Representatives. It waives certain points of order and sets time limits for debate.
Expected Effects
If adopted, H.Res. 982 will allow H.R. 6039 to be considered by the House under the specified rules. This includes a structured debate and a limited opportunity for amendments. The Clerk will then transmit the bill to the Senate if it passes the House.
Potential Benefits
- Streamlines the process for considering H.R. 6039.
- Provides a structured debate with equal time for both sides.
- Allows for a ranking minority member to offer a substitute amendment.
- Ensures the bill is transmitted to the Senate promptly if passed.
- Waives certain points of order to expedite consideration.
Potential Disadvantages
- Waiving points of order could bypass normal procedural safeguards.
- Limited debate time may restrict thorough consideration of the bill.
- The process favors the Committee on House Administration.
- Only one motion to recommit is allowed, limiting options for further changes.
- The definition of 'commonsense priorities' is not explicitly defined, potentially leading to subjective interpretations.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution itself is procedural and aligns with the House's power to determine its rules of proceedings, as granted by Article I, Section 5 of the Constitution. It does not directly infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations. The underlying bill, H.R. 6039, would need to be analyzed separately to determine its constitutional alignment.
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).