Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish a Permanent Select Committee on Aging.
Summary
House Resolution 1013 proposes amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish a Permanent Select Committee on Aging. This committee would focus on studying and reviewing issues related to older Americans. It would not have legislative jurisdiction but would be responsible for conducting comprehensive studies and developing policy recommendations.
Expected Effects
The establishment of a Permanent Select Committee on Aging would create a dedicated body within the House to address the needs and concerns of older Americans. This could lead to increased attention and potentially more effective policies related to aging. However, without legislative jurisdiction, the committee's impact would be limited to research and recommendations.
Potential Benefits
- Focused Attention: A dedicated committee can provide focused attention on the issues facing older Americans.
- Comprehensive Study: The committee is tasked with conducting comprehensive studies on various aspects of aging.
- Policy Coordination: The committee would encourage coordination of governmental and private programs.
- Review of Recommendations: The committee would review recommendations from the President and White House Conference on Aging.
- Encouraging Utilization: The committee would study the use of all practicable means and methods of encouraging the development of public and private programs and policies which will assist the older American in taking a full part in national life.
Potential Disadvantages
- No Legislative Power: The committee lacks legislative jurisdiction, limiting its ability to directly enact changes.
- Potential for Ineffectiveness: Recommendations may not be implemented if they are not taken up by other committees with legislative power.
- Duplication of Effort: There is a risk of duplicating efforts of other committees that already address issues related to aging.
- Increased Bureaucracy: The creation of a new committee adds to the bureaucracy of the House.
- Limited Scope: The committee's focus is limited to issues affecting older Americans, potentially neglecting other important areas.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it aims to address the needs of a specific segment of the population. Article I, Section 2, outlines the composition of the House of Representatives, and the establishment of committees falls within the implied powers necessary to carry out its legislative functions. The creation of a select committee is within the purview of the House's internal rules and procedures.
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