H.R.es5 - Adopting the Rules of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress, and for other purposes. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Res.5 adopts the rules of the House of Representatives from the 118th Congress for the 119th Congress, with specific amendments and separate orders. These changes cover a range of areas, including procedures for declaring the speakership vacant, electronic voting in committees, and the role of the Chief Administrative Officer. It also addresses committee designations, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, memorials submitted under Article V of the Constitution, bill numbering, and district work periods.
Further, the resolution includes provisions on the Holman Rule, spending reduction amendments, budget matters, Congressional Member Organization transparency, and artificial intelligence integration. It also covers topics such as exercise facilities for former members, non-disclosure agreements, and policies related to harassment and discrimination.
Finally, the resolution outlines orders of business for specific bills and addresses the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party.
Expected Effects
The resolution will streamline House procedures and update rules to reflect current priorities and concerns. Several changes aim to increase transparency and accountability, while others focus on budgetary matters and committee operations. The adoption of these rules will govern the legislative process in the House for the 119th Congress.
Potential Benefits
- Streamlined House procedures through adoption of existing rules and targeted amendments.
- Increased transparency in Congressional Member Organizations through new regulations.
- Enhanced accountability through requirements for Members to reimburse the Treasury for discrimination settlements.
- Improved access to legislative documents in machine-readable formats.
- Continued efforts to integrate artificial intelligence technologies into House operations.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential limitations on individual liberties through non-disclosure agreements, even with the added guidance.
- Possible restrictions on religious freedom and expression through the striking of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion.
- Risk of reduced oversight due to changes in committee designations and responsibilities.
- Concerns about fairness in the justice system due to the expedited consideration of specific bills.
- Potential for increased political polarization due to changes in the process for declaring the speakership vacant.
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Constitutional Alignment
The resolution generally aligns with the US Constitution, particularly Article I, Section 5, which grants each House the power to determine the rules of its proceedings. The provisions related to memorials submitted under Article V address the process for states to call for a constitutional convention. The resolution does not appear to directly contradict any constitutional principles.
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).