Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1041) to amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from transmitting certain information to the Department of Justice for use by the national instant criminal background check system; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6047) to amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to increase the dollar amounts for the payment of certain disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation under the laws administered by the Secretary; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1329) to permit the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum to be located within the Reserve of the National Mall, 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. 1300
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Congress
- Status
- Passed House
- Latest Action
- 2026-05-20: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Last Updated
- 2026-05-22T08:05:49Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose This resolution establishes special procedural rules to facilitate House consideration of three bills related to veterans' benefits and a museum location, along with a waiver for certain reconciliation measures.
Key Provisions
- H.R. 1041: Sets procedures for considering a bill amending title 38, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from transmitting certain information to the Department of Justice for the national instant criminal background check system. All points of order are waived; the committee substitute is adopted; the bill is considered read; one hour of debate is equally divided; and one motion to recommit is allowed.
- H.R. 6047: Establishes rules for a bill amending title 38 to increase dollar amounts for disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation. All points of order are waived; the committee substitute (as modified) is adopted; the bill is considered read; one hour of debate is equally divided; and one motion to recommit is allowed.
- H.R. 1329: Provides procedures for a bill permitting the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum to be located within the Reserve of the National Mall. All points of order are waived; the committee substitute (as modified) is adopted; the bill is considered read; one hour of debate is equally divided; and one motion to recommit is allowed.
- Section 4: Waives the two-thirds vote requirement under clause 6(a) of rule XIII for Rules Committee reports on reconciliation measures through May 24, 2026.
Significant Changes to Existing Law The resolution does not amend substantive statutes but alters House procedural rules by waiving standard points of order, limiting amendments, and expediting debate for the three bills. It also relaxes voting thresholds for reconciliation-related rules reports.
Potential Impacts
- On government agencies: Streamlines consideration of changes affecting the Department of Veterans Affairs' data-sharing practices with the Department of Justice and compensation programs.
- On citizens: May affect veterans' access to benefits and background check processes.
- On international relations: No direct impact identified.
- Overall: Accelerates legislative action on veterans' issues and museum placement.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Veterans and their dependents (via compensation and background check provisions).
- Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Department of Justice.
- Smithsonian Institution.
- Members of the House of Representatives (via procedural changes).
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications This resolution uses House rules authority to control the legislative process, potentially limiting minority input through waived points of order and structured debate. It supports advancement of bills that could alter veterans' rights under existing law and location decisions for federal property on the National Mall.
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Recent Actions
- 2026-05-20: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2026-05-20: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 208 - 207 (Roll no. 186). (text: CR H3632-3633) (Roll call 186)
- 2026-05-20: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 208 - 207 (Roll no. 186). (text: CR H3632-3633) (Roll call 186)
- 2026-05-20: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 209 - 207 (Roll no. 185). (Roll call 185)
- 2026-05-20: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3661-3663)
- 2026-05-20: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 1300, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Leger Fernandez demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
- 2026-05-20: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1300.
- 2026-05-20: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H3632-3642)
- 2026-05-19: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 76.
- 2026-05-19: The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 1041, H.R. 6047, and H.R. 1329 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each bill.
- 2026-05-19: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-653, by Mr. Jack.
- 2026-05-19: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-653, by Mr. Jack.
Bill Versions
- Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1041) to amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from transmitting certain information to the Department of Justice for use by the national instant criminal background check system; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6047) to amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to increase the dollar amounts for the payment of certain disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation under the laws administered by the Secretary; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1329) to permit the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum to be located within the Reserve of the National Mall, 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 2026-05-20 — PDF (3 pages)
- Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1041) to amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from transmitting certain information to the Department of Justice for use by the national instant criminal background check system; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6047) to amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to increase the dollar amounts for the payment of certain disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation under the laws administered by the Secretary; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1329) to permit the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum to be located within the Reserve of the National Mall, 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 2026-05-19 — PDF (6 pages)