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Voting on Drug, Environmental, and Student Loan Law Changes

This document outlines the voting procedure in the House of Representatives for three key issues. The first involves amendments to the Controlled Substances Act, including fentanyl, which could impact drug enforcement. The second concerns disapproving EPA rules on heavy-duty vehicle air pollution, potentially affecting air quality. The third is about disapproving Department of Education rules on federal student loan waivers and modifications, which could impact student borrowers.
Key points
Enabling a vote on amendments to the Controlled Substances Act, potentially impacting the classification and penalties for fentanyl-related substances.
Enabling a vote on disapproving Environmental Protection Agency rules regarding air pollution from new heavy-duty vehicles, which could affect air quality standards.
Enabling a vote on disapproving Department of Education rules concerning waivers and modifications of federal student loans, potentially impacting student debt relief.
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VOTING RESULTS
2023-05-23
52%
For 217
Against 204
Abstain 0
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Adopted
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_429
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Process start date: 2023-05-22
Voting date: 2023-05-23
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 231
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 467) to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 11) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards"; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 45) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_429.

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 2023-05-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Enabling a vote on amendments to the Controlled Substances Act, potentially impacting the classification and penalties for fentanyl-related substances.
  • Enabling a vote on disapproving Environmental Protection Agency rules regarding air pollution from new heavy-duty vehicles, which could affect air quality standards.
  • Enabling a vote on disapproving Department of Education rules concerning waivers and modifications of federal student loans, potentially impacting student debt relief.
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. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 217 - 204 (Roll no. 231). (text: CR H2512)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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Security Environment Education