hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Sets rules for House debate and vote on H.R. 5408.
Sponsored by Mr. Norcross, referred to the Committee on Rules.
Introduced in the House, referred to Committee on Rules.
This House Resolution sets the procedural rules for how the House of Representatives will debate and vote on another specific bill, H.R. 5408. It was introduced by Mr. Norcross and sent to the Committee on Rules, which handles legislative procedures for the House. This means the Rules Committee must approve these procedures before the full House can consider H.R. 5408 under these specific rules.
Introduced Mar 26, 2026
This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 26, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Rules. For it to proceed, the Rules Committee would typically vote on it, and if approved, it would then go to the full House for a vote. If passed by the House, these rules would govern the debate and vote on H.R. 5408.
If this resolution passes, the House will immediately consider H.R. 5408 under specific, controlled rules. These rules waive certain procedural objections that could delay or alter the bill, allowing it to move forward more easily. Debate on H.R. 5408 will be limited to one hour, equally divided between designated members. Furthermore, if H.R. 5408 passes the House, it must be sent to the Senate within three calendar days.
Supporters Say
Supporters would argue this resolution streamlines the legislative process for H.R. 5408, allowing for a quicker vote.
Critics Say
Critics might oppose this, arguing it limits open debate and the ability to raise procedural challenges against H.R. 5408.
This resolution effectively sets a 'closed rule' for H.R. 5408, meaning members cannot offer most amendments or introduce certain procedural hurdles. Those in favor would see this as an efficient way to pass specific legislation without lengthy delays. Opponents, especially the minority party, often criticize such restrictive rules as undemocratic, as they limit the ability of members to shape or challenge the bill.