H.R.es287 - Providing for the consideration of S.J. Res. 18, S.J. Res 24, H.R. 1526, and H.R. 22. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Res. 287 is a resolution providing for the consideration of four separate legislative items in the House of Representatives: S.J. Res. 18, S.J. Res. 24, H.R. 1526, and H.R. 22. The resolution outlines the terms of debate and consideration for each of these items, including time limits and waivers of certain points of order.
S.J. Res. 18 and S.J. Res. 24 both relate to disapproving rules submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (BCFP). H.R. 1526 seeks to amend title 28 of the United States Code regarding the authority of district courts to provide injunctive relief, while H.R. 22 aims to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to require proof of United States citizenship for voter registration in federal elections.
Expected Effects
The adoption of H.Res. 287 will allow the House to debate and vote on the four listed legislative items under the specified rules. This could lead to the disapproval of the BCFP rules, changes to the authority of district courts regarding injunctive relief, and new requirements for voter registration.
The specific outcomes will depend on the votes on each of the underlying bills and resolutions. The resolution streamlines the process by waiving certain points of order and setting time limits for debate.
Potential Benefits
- Streamlined Legislative Process: H.Res. 287 facilitates a more efficient consideration of the listed bills and resolutions.
- Focused Debate: The resolution sets specific time limits for debate, ensuring that each side has an opportunity to present their arguments.
- Opportunity to Review Regulations: The resolution allows for the disapproval of certain regulations issued by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection.
- Addresses Voter Registration: H.R. 22, if passed, could potentially enhance the integrity of federal elections by requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration.
- Addresses Judicial Overreach: H.R. 1526, if passed, could limit the power of district courts.
Potential Disadvantages
- Limited Debate: The time limits imposed by the resolution could restrict a thorough examination of the complex issues involved in each bill and resolution.
- Waiver of Points of Order: Waiving points of order could bypass important procedural safeguards.
- Potential for Partisan Gridlock: The resolution could exacerbate partisan divisions in the House, making it difficult to reach consensus on the underlying issues.
- Impact on Consumer Protection: Disapproving BCFP rules could weaken consumer protections.
- Potential disenfranchisement: H.R. 22 could potentially disenfranchise eligible voters who may have difficulty providing proof of citizenship.
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Constitutional Alignment
The resolution itself, H.Res. 287, is procedurally aligned with the Constitution, as it governs the rules of the House, which is granted the power to determine its own rules under Article I, Section 5. The underlying bills and resolutions, however, raise various constitutional questions.
S.J. Res. 18 and S.J. Res. 24 relate to the Congressional Review Act, which allows Congress to disapprove of agency regulations. H.R. 1526, concerning injunctive relief, could potentially impact the separation of powers between the judicial and legislative branches. H.R. 22, regarding voter registration, could raise questions under the Fourteenth Amendment's Equal Protection Clause and the right to vote.
The constitutionality of each of these measures would depend on the specific details of the legislation and how they are interpreted by the courts.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
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