Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 7148) making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 142) disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4090) to codify certain provisions of certain Executive Orders relating to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources, and for other purposes.

Bill Number: H.Res. 1032
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 2
Policy Area: Congress
Status: Passed House
Latest Action: 2026-02-03: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Last Updated: 2026-06-11T23:26:32Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

H. Res. 1032 is a procedural resolution that establishes special rules for the House of Representatives to consider and act on three specific legislative items: an appropriations bill with Senate amendments, a joint resolution disapproving a District of Columbia (D.C.) tax measure, and a bill related to mining regulations. Its main goal is to expedite these matters by waiving standard procedural hurdles (like points of order, which are objections to the process or content) and limiting debate to streamline passage.

Key Provisions

Section 1: Handling of H.R. 7148 (Appropriations Bill)
Allows the House to immediately take up H.R. 7148, a bill providing consolidated funding for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, including Senate amendments.
Permits a single motion by the Appropriations Committee chair (or designee) to concur with the Senate changes, considered as read.
Debate limited to one hour, split equally between the majority and minority leaders of the Appropriations Committee.
Orders the "previous question" (a motion to end debate and proceed to a vote) without further interruptions.

Section 2: Handling of H.J. Res. 142 (D.C. Tax Disapproval)
Allows consideration of H.J. Res. 142, which disapproves the D.C. Council's approval of the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025.
Waives all points of order against considering or provisions in the resolution; treats it as read.
Debate limited to one hour, split equally between the majority and minority leaders of the Oversight and Government Reform Committee.
Orders the previous question to final passage, allowing only one possible motion to recommit (send back to committee for changes, if applicable).

Section 3: Handling of H.R. 4090 (Mining Codification Bill)
Allows consideration of H.R. 4090, which aims to make permanent (codify) certain parts of Executive Orders on domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources.
Waives all points of order; adopts the Natural Resources Committee's substitute amendment (a revised version of the bill) automatically and treats the bill as read.
Waives points of order against the amended bill's provisions.
Allows one hour of debate, split equally between the majority and minority leaders of the Natural Resources Committee, plus one possible motion to recommit.
Orders the previous question to final passage without further amendments or delays.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This resolution does not directly amend or change substantive laws; it is purely procedural and applies only to the House's internal rules for these specific items. It overrides standard House procedures (e.g., waiving points of order and limiting debate) to fast-track consideration, but the underlying bills (H.R. 7148, H.J. Res. 142, and H.R. 4090) could lead to changes if passed:

H.R. 7148 would allocate federal funds.
H.J. Res. 142 could block D.C.'s temporary tax updates aligning with federal tax code changes.
H.R. 4090 would convert temporary Executive Order provisions into permanent law, potentially easing regulations on mining activities.

Potential Impacts

On Government Agencies: Could accelerate funding for federal operations via H.R. 7148, affecting agencies like those in defense, health, or infrastructure. H.R. 4090 might benefit the Department of the Interior by formalizing mining policies, reducing reliance on executive actions.
On Citizens: H.J. Res. 142, if passed, could prevent D.C. residents and businesses from benefiting from updated tax conformity, potentially increasing local tax burdens or administrative complexity. Broader appropriations in H.R. 7148 might influence public services like education or social programs. H.R. 4090 could indirectly affect communities near mining sites through expanded domestic mineral production.
On International Relations: Minimal direct impact, though H.R. 4090's focus on domestic mining might reduce U.S. reliance on foreign minerals, subtly influencing trade dynamics with countries like China.

Main Stakeholders Affected

Congressional Committees: Appropriations, Oversight and Government Reform, and Natural Resources Committees, as they control debate.
District of Columbia: Residents, businesses, and the D.C. Council, directly impacted by the potential disapproval of their tax legislation.
Mining Industry and Environmental Groups: Companies involved in hardrock mining (e.g., for metals like gold or copper) could gain from codified rules; conservationists might oppose eased regulations.
Federal Agencies and Taxpayers: Agencies funded by H.R. 7148; general public through budget allocations and potential shifts in mineral policy.
House Leadership: Benefits from procedural efficiencies to advance priorities.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal: Reinforces Congress's oversight role over D.C. under Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution (which gives Congress authority over the district), potentially limiting D.C.'s local autonomy on taxes—a recurring point of contention. Waivers ensure these bills bypass typical scrutiny, which could be challenged if seen as evading rules.
Constitutional: Highlights tensions in federal-D.C. relations; disapproving local laws via joint resolution is a constitutional tool but often politically charged, as D.C. lacks full voting representation in Congress.
Political: As a House leadership tool, it allows majority control over the agenda, potentially sidelining minority input. Passage could signal priorities like fiscal restraint (via appropriations), local intervention (D.C. taxes), and energy independence (mining), influencing partisan debates in an election year. No direct court challenges are implied, but it exemplifies how procedural rules shape legislative outcomes without altering core laws.

This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.

Sponsor

Rep. Jack, Brian [R-GA-3]

Recent Actions

2026-02-03: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2026-02-03: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 217 - 215 (Roll no. 52). (text: CR H1951-1952) (Roll call 52)
2026-02-03: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 217 - 215 (Roll no. 52). (text: CR H1951-1952) (Roll call 52)
2026-02-03: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 212 - 210 (Roll no. 51). (consideration: CR H1959-1960) (Roll call 51)
2026-02-03: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1959-1960)
2026-02-03: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 1032, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McGovern demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
2026-02-03: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1032.
2026-02-03: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1951-1959)
2026-02-03: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 59.
2026-02-03: The resolution provides for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 7148. Also, the resolution provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 142 and H.R. 4090 under a closed rule and provides for one motion to recommit H.R. 4090.
2026-02-03: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-478, by Mr. Jack.
2026-02-03: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-478, by Mr. Jack.

Bill Versions

Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 7148) making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 142) disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4090) to codify certain provisions of certain Executive Orders relating to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources, and for other purposes. — issued 2026-02-03 — PDF (3 pages)
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 7148) making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 142) disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4090) to codify certain provisions of certain Executive Orders relating to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources, and for other purposes. — issued 2026-02-03 — PDF (6 pages)