Providing for the hour of meeting of the House.
Summary
H. Res. 976 sets the daily meeting times for the House of Representatives. Unless otherwise ordered, the House will meet at 2 p.m. on Mondays, noon on Tuesdays (or 2 p.m. if no legislative business occurred the previous Monday), noon on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and 9 a.m. on all other days. This resolution dictates the operational schedule of the House.
Expected Effects
The resolution will change the daily schedule of the House of Representatives. This could impact the timing of debates, votes, and other legislative activities. It provides clarity on when the House will convene each day of the week.
Potential Benefits
- Provides a predictable schedule for House meetings.
- Allows members and staff to plan their activities accordingly.
- Potentially improves efficiency by setting specific meeting times.
- Ensures that legislative business is conducted at consistent times.
- May facilitate better public access to House proceedings.
Potential Disadvantages
- May not be suitable for all members' schedules.
- Could limit flexibility in responding to urgent matters.
- Potential for less time available for debate on certain days.
- May impact committee meeting schedules.
- Could lead to longer workdays for staff on certain days.
Constitutional Alignment
Article I, Section 5 of the Constitution states that "Each House may determine the Rules of its Proceedings." This resolution falls under the House's power to set its own rules and procedures. The resolution does not appear to conflict with any other part of the Constitution.
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).