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House Rules Change: Expediting Consideration of Rules Committee Resolutions

This resolution deals exclusively with the internal procedural rules of the House of Representatives, aiming to expedite the legislative process. It temporarily waives the requirement for a two-thirds vote to consider a report from the Rules Committee on the same day it is presented. This change does not directly affect citizens' rights, duties, or finances, but streamlines the management of the Congressional schedule.
Key points
The House temporarily waived the two-thirds vote requirement needed to immediately consider reports issued by the Rules Committee.
Other internal procedural rules of the House were also suspended until mid-September 2022 to streamline the legislative schedule.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-07-29
51%
For 218
Against 206
Abstain 0
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Adopted
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_1300
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]
Process start date: 2022-07-29
Voting date: 2022-07-29
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 406
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_1300.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The House temporarily waived the two-thirds vote requirement needed to immediately consider reports issued by the Rules Committee.
  • Other internal procedural rules of the House were also suspended until mid-September 2022 to streamline the legislative schedule.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 206 (Roll no. 406). (text: CR H7411)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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