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Stricter Rules for Bills Bypassing Committees in House

This proposal changes how the House of Representatives works. It means that if a bill or resolution doesn't go through the usual committee review process, it will need a much larger majority (two-thirds) to be approved. This makes it more difficult for legislation to pass if it skips the standard steps.
Key points
Bills not reviewed by the relevant committee need a 2/3 vote to pass.
This change affects the process for approving new laws in the House.
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Print number: 117_HRES_255
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-22]
Process start date: 2021-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require that any bill or resolution that is not reported from a committee of subject-matter jurisdiction requires a two-thirds vote to be considered as passed.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_255.

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 2021-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Bills not reviewed by the relevant committee need a 2/3 vote to pass.
  • This change affects the process for approving new laws in the House.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-22].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.

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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