H.R.es184 - Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 185) to advance responsible policies. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Res.184 is a resolution providing for the consideration of H.R. 185, a bill intended to advance responsible policies. The resolution outlines the procedures for debating and amending H.R. 185 in the House of Representatives. It waives certain points of order and sets time limits for debate.
Expected Effects
The resolution will expedite the House's consideration of H.R. 185. This means the bill will be debated and voted on more quickly than it otherwise would be. The specific policies advanced by H.R. 185 will be determined by the content of that bill and any amendments adopted.
Potential Benefits
- Streamlines the legislative process for H.R. 185.
- Allows for a focused debate on the bill.
- Ensures a vote on the bill's passage.
- Provides an opportunity for amendments to be considered.
- Potentially advances policies deemed 'responsible'.
Potential Disadvantages
- Waiving points of order could bypass standard procedural safeguards.
- Limited debate time may restrict thorough consideration of the bill.
- Expedited process could reduce transparency.
- The definition of 'responsible policies' is subjective and open to interpretation.
- Potential for insufficient scrutiny of amendments.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution itself is procedurally aligned with the Constitution, particularly Article I, Section 5, which grants each House the power to determine the rules of its proceedings. Waiving points of order is a common practice in Congress, but the constitutionality of the underlying bill (H.R. 185) and any adopted amendments would need to be evaluated separately based on their specific content.
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).