Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7007) to govern on behalf of the American people.
Summary
H. Res. 986 is a resolution providing for the consideration of H.R. 7007, a bill "to govern on behalf of the American people." The resolution outlines the procedures for debate and amendment of H.R. 7007 in the House of Representatives. It waives points of order against the bill and its provisions, and sets time limits for debate.
Expected Effects
The resolution will expedite the consideration of H.R. 7007 by setting the terms for debate and amendments. This makes it easier for the House to vote on H.R. 7007. The Clerk is instructed to transmit the bill to the Senate within three days of passage.
Potential Benefits
- Streamlines the legislative process for H.R. 7007.
- Ensures a structured debate with time allocated to both majority and minority leaders.
- Allows for consideration of an amendment in the nature of a substitute.
- Aims for quicker passage of the bill by waiving certain procedural hurdles.
- Sets a deadline for transmitting the bill to the Senate, promoting efficiency.
Potential Disadvantages
- Waiving points of order could bypass important procedural safeguards.
- Limited debate time might restrict thorough examination of the bill.
- The process favors amendments submitted by the ranking minority member of the Rules Committee, potentially excluding other viewpoints.
- Expedited consideration could lead to unintended consequences due to lack of scrutiny.
- The resolution itself does not guarantee the bill's passage or its effectiveness.
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 resolution does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations. However, the constitutionality of H.R. 7007, the bill being considered, would need to be assessed separately based on its content.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).