Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4690) to amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to repeal certain Federal building energy efficiency performance standards, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1182) expressing support for rural communities across the United States as stewards of the environment, major suppliers of United States energy resources, critical providers of food production and manufacturing capacity, and drivers of national economic stability, and recognizing the work of the House of Representatives in the 119th Congress in support of those vital communities; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1897) to amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to optimize conservation through resource prioritization, incentivize wildlife conservation on private lands, provide for greater incentives to recover listed species, create greater transparency and accountability in recovering listed species, streamline the permitting process, eliminate barriers to conservation, and restore congressional intent; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5587) to amend the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to waive the requirement for a Federal drilling permit for certain activities, to exempt certain activities from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes.

Bill Number: H.Res. 1189
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 2
Policy Area: Congress
Status: Passed House
Latest Action: 2026-04-22: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Last Updated: 2026-06-11T23:41:31Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

H. Res. 1189 is a procedural resolution that establishes special rules for the House of Representatives to consider and debate four specific measures (three bills and one resolution) in an expedited manner. It waives certain standard procedural obstacles, limits debate time, and structures voting to facilitate quick passage.

Key Provisions

Section 1 (H.R. 4690): Allows consideration of a bill to repeal certain federal building energy efficiency standards under the Energy Conservation and Production Act. Includes adopting a committee-recommended substitute amendment, waives points of order (objections based on House rules), deems the bill read, limits debate to 1 hour (split between Committee on Energy and Commerce leaders), and allows one motion to recommit (send back to committee).
Section 2 (H. Res. 1182): Allows consideration of a resolution supporting rural communities as environmental stewards, key energy and food suppliers, and economic drivers, while recognizing the House's work in the 119th Congress. Deems it read, limits debate to 1 hour (split between Committee on Energy and Commerce leaders), and orders immediate vote.
Section 3 (H.R. 1897): Allows consideration of a bill amending the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to prioritize conservation resources, encourage private land wildlife efforts, improve incentives and transparency for species recovery, streamline permits, reduce barriers, and align with original congressional goals. Adopts a specific Rules Committee print as substitute, waives points of order, limits debate to 1 hour (split between Committee on Natural Resources leaders), and allows one motion to recommit.
Section 4 (H.R. 5587): Allows consideration of a bill amending the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to waive federal drilling permits for certain activities, exempt them from the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA, a law requiring environmental impact reviews), and make other changes. Adopts committee substitute, waives points of order, limits debate to 1 hour (split between Committee on Natural Resources leaders), and allows one motion to recommit.

Common to all: Orders the "previous question" (ends debate and forces a vote) without intervening motions.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This resolution makes no direct changes to existing federal laws. It only modifies House floor procedures for these measures, bypassing normal rules like points of order and extended debate. The underlying bills, if passed, would amend energy, conservation, and environmental laws as described.

Potential Impacts

On government agencies: Could ease regulatory burdens on agencies like the Department of Energy, Fish and Wildlife Service, and Bureau of Land Management if the bills pass (e.g., fewer energy standards, streamlined species permits, waived geothermal permits/NEPA reviews).
On citizens: Benefits rural landowners, energy producers, and farmers through reduced regulations; may concern environmental groups over weakened protections.
On international relations: Minimal direct impact, though changes to energy and species laws could indirectly affect U.S. commitments to global environmental agreements.
House operations: Speeds up consideration of these partisan-priority bills, potentially allowing passage under majority control.

Main Stakeholders

Congressional committees: Energy and Commerce, Natural Resources (control debate).
Rural communities: Supported explicitly in H. Res. 1182; benefit from deregulation in bills.
Energy/geothermal industry: Gains from repealed standards and permit waivers.
Conservation/environmental groups: Affected by Endangered Species Act and NEPA changes.
Federal agencies: Implement affected laws (e.g., energy efficiency, species recovery).
House Members: Majority party advances agenda; minority gets limited debate time.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Procedural: Exemplifies use of "special rules" by the House Rules Committee to control floor debate, a common tool for majority parties but criticized as limiting minority input.
Constitutional: Aligns with House rulemaking power under Article I; no apparent conflicts.
Political: Fast-tracks deregulatory bills on energy and environment, signaling priorities like reducing federal oversight; could face Senate hurdles or veto if enacted into law. Dated April 22, 2026 (119th Congress), it reflects ongoing debates over balancing economic growth and environmental protection.

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

2026-04-22: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2026-04-22: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 211 - 206 (Roll no. 131). (Roll call 131)
2026-04-22: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 211 - 206 (Roll no. 131). (Roll call 131)
2026-04-22: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 180 - 179 (Roll no. 130). (Roll call 130)
2026-04-22: Considered as unfinished business.
2026-04-21: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 1189, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Neguse demanded the yeas and nays and Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
2026-04-21: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1189.
2026-04-21: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H3006-3013; text: CR H3006-3007)
2026-04-20: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 72.
2026-04-20: The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4690, H. Res. 1182, H.R. 1897, and H.R. 5587 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 4690, H.R. 1897, and H.R. 5587.
2026-04-20: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-618, by Mr. Roy.
2026-04-20: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-618, by Mr. Roy.

Bill Versions

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4690) to amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to repeal certain Federal building energy efficiency performance standards, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1182) expressing support for rural communities across the United States as stewards of the environment, major suppliers of United States energy resources, critical providers of food production and manufacturing capacity, and drivers of national economic stability, and recognizing the work of the House of Representatives in the 119th Congress in support of those vital communities; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1897) to amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to optimize conservation through resource prioritization, incentivize wildlife conservation on private lands, provide for greater incentives to recover listed species, create greater transparency and accountability in recovering listed species, streamline the permitting process, eliminate barriers to conservation, and restore congressional intent; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5587) to amend the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to waive the requirement for a Federal drilling permit for certain activities, to exempt certain activities from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes. — issued 2026-04-22 — PDF (4 pages)
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4690) to amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to repeal certain Federal building energy efficiency performance standards, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1182) expressing support for rural communities across the United States as stewards of the environment, major suppliers of United States energy resources, critical providers of food production and manufacturing capacity, and drivers of national economic stability, and recognizing the work of the House of Representatives in the 119th Congress in support of those vital communities; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1897) to amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to optimize conservation through resource prioritization, incentivize wildlife conservation on private lands, provide for greater incentives to recover listed species, create greater transparency and accountability in recovering listed species, streamline the permitting process, eliminate barriers to conservation, and restore congressional intent; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5587) to amend the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to waive the requirement for a Federal drilling permit for certain activities, to exempt certain activities from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes. — issued 2026-04-20 — PDF (6 pages)