H.R.es518 - Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2913) to authorize support for Ukraine, and for other purposes. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Res.518 is a resolution providing for the consideration of H.R. 2913, a bill to authorize support for Ukraine. The resolution sets the terms for debate and consideration of the bill in the House of Representatives.
It waives points of order against the bill and its provisions, limits debate time, and allows for one motion to recommit. The resolution also instructs the Clerk to transmit the bill to the Senate within one week of passage.
Expected Effects
If adopted, H.Res. 518 will expedite the House's consideration of H.R. 2913, potentially leading to its swift passage. This will allow the House to vote on aid to Ukraine.
The expedited process could limit thorough debate and amendment opportunities.
Potential Benefits
- Facilitates timely consideration of support for Ukraine.
- Streamlines the legislative process for this specific bill.
- Allows for a focused debate with limited amendments, potentially speeding up the process.
- Ensures the Senate receives the bill promptly if passed by the House.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Limits the opportunity for thorough debate and amendment.
- Waives points of order, potentially overlooking procedural irregularities.
- Could be perceived as rushing through important legislation.
- May not allow for full consideration of all viewpoints.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution itself is a procedural matter within the powers of the House of Representatives, as granted by Article I, Section 5, which allows each house to determine the rules of its proceedings. Waiving points of order is a common practice, but it should be balanced with the constitutional duty to ensure laws are carefully considered.
The resolution does not appear to directly infringe on any specific constitutional right or provision. However, the potential for limiting debate could raise concerns about the legislative process.
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).