Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7006) making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.Res. 992 is a resolution providing for the consideration of H.R. 7006, a bill making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The resolution outlines the procedures for debating and amending the bill in the House of Representatives. It sets time limits for debate, waives certain points of order, and restricts the amendments that can be offered.
Expected Effects
If adopted, H.Res. 992 will allow the House to proceed with consideration of H.R. 7006 under specific rules. This includes limiting debate time and restricting amendments to those pre-printed in the Committee on Rules report. The passage of H.R. 7006 would then depend on its own merits and the amendments adopted during the process.
Potential Benefits
- Streamlined legislative process for appropriations.
- Defined rules for debate and amendment, promoting efficiency.
- Opportunity for the Committee on Appropriations to clarify the bill's intent through the Congressional Record.
- Ensures consideration of critical funding measures.
- Provides a structured approach to addressing fiscal needs.
Potential Disadvantages
- Limited amendment opportunities may restrict full consideration of alternative proposals.
- Waiving points of order could bypass standard procedural safeguards.
- Concentrated power in the Committee on Appropriations and Speaker.
- Potential for expedited passage without thorough scrutiny.
- May limit the ability of individual members to influence the final bill.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution itself is procedurally aligned with the Constitution, particularly Article I, Section 5, which grants each House the power to determine the rules of its proceedings. The process of appropriating funds is a core function of Congress, as outlined in Article I, Section 9, Clause 7, which states that "No Money shall be drawn from the Treasury, but in Consequence of Appropriations made by Law."
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