What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HRES 799.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-17.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hres799/BILLS-117hres799ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

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Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Gallagher, Mike [R-WI-8].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Analysis and Potential Impact of HRES 799

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Cost Analysis Required Before Budget Bill Votes

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Establishes that the House of Representatives cannot vote on budget reconciliation bills until an official cost analysis from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) is received. Aims to ensure that decisions on large spending or tax changes are made with full knowledge of their financial consequences. Increases legislative transparency, giving citizens better insight into how their money is managed.

This proposed rule aims to ensure Congress has full cost information for major budget changes before making decisions. It means important bills affecting public finances, and potentially your taxes or benefits, must have a publicly available cost analysis before a vote. This increases transparency and allows for a better understanding of how taxpayer money is spent.

Key points

Establishes that the House of Representatives cannot vote on budget reconciliation bills until an official cost analysis from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) is received.

Aims to ensure that decisions on large spending or tax changes are made with full knowledge of their financial consequences.

Increases legislative transparency, giving citizens better insight into how their money is managed.

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Additional Information

Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to prohibit the consideration of a bill or joint resolution, or any amendment thereto or conference report thereon, that includes reconciliation legislation prior to the receipt by the committee of jurisdiction of the cost analysis for such legislation from the Congressional Budget Office.

Print number: HRES 799

Sponsor: Rep. Gallagher, Mike [R-WI-8]

Process start date: 2021-11-17

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