Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1383) to establish the Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2189) to modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 261) to amend the National Marine Sanctuaries Act to prohibit requiring an authorization for the installation, continued presence, operation, maintenance, repair, or recovery of undersea fiber optic cables in a national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by a Federal or State agency; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3617) to amend the Department of Energy Organization Act to secure the supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials, and for other purposes; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.

Bill Number: H.Res. 1057
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 2
Policy Area: Congress
Status: Passed House
Latest Action: 2026-02-11: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Last Updated: 2026-06-11T23:26:35Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose of the Legislation

H. Res. 1057 is a procedural resolution (often called a "rule") adopted by the U.S. House of Representatives on February 11, 2026. Its main goal is to set the terms for debating and voting on four specific bills in the House, waiving certain standard procedural rules (like points of order, which are objections to how a bill is handled) to speed up consideration. It also includes a minor waiver for future budget-related resolutions and specifies a technical amendment to one bill.

Key Provisions

Consideration of S. 1383 (Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access):
Allows immediate debate and voting on this Senate bill, which aims to create a committee to advise on veterans' access to benefits and services.
Automatically adopts a modified version of the bill using text from Rules Committee Print 119-19, plus a specified amendment (detailed in Section 6) that adjusts the effective date for election-related provisions to start upon enactment and apply to future federal elections.
Provides 1 hour of debate, split equally between the majority and minority leaders of the House Administration Committee (or their designees).
Allows one motion to commit (send the bill back to committee for changes) but limits further amendments.
Treats the bill as already read and orders the "previous question" (ends debate and forces a vote) without other interruptions.

Consideration of H.R. 2189 (Modernizing Federal Firearms Laws):
Clears the way for this bill, which updates gun laws to reflect new technologies and non-lethal weapons (e.g., tasers or rubber bullets).
Replaces the Judiciary Committee's proposed changes with text from Rules Committee Print 119-18.
Allocates 1 hour of debate, divided among leaders from the Judiciary and Ways and Means Committees (or designees).
Permits one motion to recommit (similar to commit, but sends it back with instructions for changes) but restricts other amendments.

Consideration of H.R. 261 (National Marine Sanctuaries Act Amendments):
Facilitates this bill, which modifies the law governing protected ocean areas to avoid requiring new permits for undersea fiber optic cables (used for internet and communications) if they were already approved by federal or state agencies.
Adopts the Natural Resources Committee's proposed substitute text.
Offers 1 hour of debate, split between the majority and minority leaders of the Natural Resources Committee (or designees).
Allows one motion to recommit, with no other amendments.

Consideration of H.R. 3617 (Securing Critical Energy Resources):
Enables this bill, which updates the Department of Energy's structure to better ensure supplies of vital energy materials, like rare minerals used in batteries and electronics.
Adopts the Energy and Commerce Committee's proposed substitute text.
Provides 1 hour of debate, divided equally between the majority and minority leaders of the Energy and Commerce Committee (or designees).
Permits one motion to recommit, limiting further changes.

Additional Procedural Waivers:
Section 5 waives the usual two-thirds majority vote needed to consider same-day reports from the Rules Committee on bills extending government funding (continuing appropriations) through February 13, 2026. This helps avoid shutdowns by easing budget extension processes.
Section 6 details a specific textual change to S. 1383, ensuring certain provisions take effect immediately upon the bill becoming law.

All sections waive points of order against the bills or their amendments, meaning normal challenges to their compliance with House rules are not allowed.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This resolution itself does not directly change laws; it is purely procedural. However, it paves the way for the four bills to pass the House with limited debate or alterations, which could lead to:

New advisory structures for veterans (S. 1383).
Updates to firearms regulations for modern tech (H.R. 2189).
Simplified permitting for ocean infrastructure (H.R. 261).
Enhanced Department of Energy powers over critical minerals (H.R. 3617).

If enacted, these bills would amend existing statutes like the National Marine Sanctuaries Act and Department of Energy Organization Act.

Potential Impacts

On Government Agencies: Speeds up House action on bills affecting the Department of Veterans Affairs (access to services), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (firearms rules), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (marine protections), and Department of Energy (resource security). The budget waiver could prevent delays in federal funding.
On Citizens: Veterans may gain better access to benefits; gun owners and law enforcement could see adjusted rules for new weapons; telecom users might benefit from reliable undersea cables without extra red tape; the public could see improved energy supply chains, potentially lowering costs for tech and renewables.
On International Relations: Minimal direct impact, but H.R. 3617's focus on critical minerals could strengthen U.S. supply independence from foreign sources (e.g., China), affecting trade. H.R. 261 might ease global undersea cable projects in U.S. waters.

Main Stakeholders Affected

Veterans and Advocacy Groups: Benefit from S. 1383's committee for equal access to VA services.
Firearms Industry, Law Enforcement, and Gun Rights/Control Advocates: Impacted by H.R. 2189's tech updates.
Telecommunications and Infrastructure Companies: Supported by H.R. 261's streamlined cable permits.
Energy Sector, Mining Companies, and Manufacturers: Aided by H.R. 3617's resource security measures.
Congressional Committees: House Administration, Judiciary, Ways and Means, Natural Resources, and Energy and Commerce control limited debate.
General Public and Taxpayers: Indirectly affected through government efficiency and potential funding continuity.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal: By waiving points of order and limiting amendments, the resolution reduces opportunities to challenge bills on procedural or substantive grounds (e.g., under House rules or the Constitution's commerce clause for energy/firearms issues). The specified amendment in Section 6 ensures S. 1383 aligns with election laws without retroactive effects.
Constitutional: No direct conflicts, but expedited processes could raise questions about adequate deliberation under Article I's legislative requirements. The budget waiver supports constitutional duties to fund the government (avoiding shutdowns).
Political: As a majority-party tool, it allows quick advancement of prioritized bills with minimal minority input, potentially increasing partisan tensions. Success depends on House passage; Senate approval is needed for the underlying bills to become law. The 2026 date suggests this is hypothetical or future-oriented in the congressional record.

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

Sponsor

Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21]

Recent Actions

2026-02-11: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2026-02-11: On agreeing to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by recorded vote: 216 - 215 (Roll no. 62). (Roll call 62)
2026-02-11: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by recorded vote: 216 - 215 (Roll no. 62). (Roll call 62)
2026-02-11: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 216 - 214 (Roll no. 61). (Roll call 61)
2026-02-11: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1057.
2026-02-11: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2121-2138; text: CR H2121-2122)
2026-02-11: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 61.
2026-02-11: The resolution provides for consideration of S. 1383, H.R. 2189, H.R. 261, and H.R. 3617 under a closed rule and provides for one motion to recommit H.R. 2189, H.R. 261, and H.R. 3617, and one motion to commit S. 1383.
2026-02-11: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-493, by Mr. Roy.
2026-02-11: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-493, by Mr. Roy.

Bill Versions

Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1383) to establish the Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2189) to modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 261) to amend the National Marine Sanctuaries Act to prohibit requiring an authorization for the installation, continued presence, operation, maintenance, repair, or recovery of undersea fiber optic cables in a national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by a Federal or State agency; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3617) to amend the Department of Energy Organization Act to secure the supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials, and for other purposes; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules. — issued 2026-02-11 — PDF (4 pages)
Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1383) to establish the Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2189) to modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 261) to amend the National Marine Sanctuaries Act to prohibit requiring an authorization for the installation, continued presence, operation, maintenance, repair, or recovery of undersea fiber optic cables in a national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by a Federal or State agency; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3617) to amend the Department of Energy Organization Act to secure the supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials, and for other purposes; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules. — issued 2026-02-11 — PDF (6 pages)