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Rules for debating and voting on labor and gun bills

This resolution sets the rules for how the House of Representatives will debate and vote on three specific bills: one concerning labor law and two concerning gun control. Citizens should know that this document does not directly change the law but establishes the procedure that will allow further work on these important issues for them.
Key points
Establishes the procedure for considering bill H.R. 842, which concerns changes to labor law.
Establishes the procedure for considering bills H.R. 8 and H.R. 1446, which concern strengthening background checks for firearm sales.
Specifies the time for debate and the possibility of submitting amendments to these bills.
Waives certain standard procedural rules of the House of Representatives for a specified period to expedite legislative work.
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VOTING RESULTS
2021-03-09
For 218
Against 197
Abstain 0
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Status:
Adopted
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Additional Information
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 842) to amend the National Labor Relations Act, the Labor Management Relations Act, 1947, and the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8) to require a background check for every firearm sale; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1446) to amend chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, to strengthen the background check procedures to be followed before a Federal firearms licensee may transfer a firearm to a person who is not such a licensee; and for other purposes.
Print number: HRES 188
Sponsor: Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-11]
Process start date: 2021-03-08
Voting date: 2021-03-09
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 64
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Rules for debating and voting on labor and gun bills

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HRES 188.

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 2021-03-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes the procedure for considering bill H.R. 842, which concerns changes to labor law.
  • Establishes the procedure for considering bills H.R. 8 and H.R. 1446, which concern strengthening background checks for firearm sales.
  • Specifies the time for debate and the possibility of submitting amendments to these bills.
  • Waives certain standard procedural rules of the House of Representatives for a specified period to expedite legislative work.

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. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 197 (Roll no. 64). (text: CR H1086-1087)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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