Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2240) to require the Attorney General to develop reports relating to violent attacks against law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2243) to amend title 18, United States Code, to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2255) to allow Federal law enforcement officers to purchase retired service weapons, and for other purposes.

Bill Number: H.Res. 405
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 1
Policy Area: Congress
Status: Passed House
Latest Action: 2025-05-14: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Last Updated: 2025-10-09T03:26:13Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

H. Res. 405 is a procedural resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives that establishes special rules for considering three specific bills related to supporting law enforcement officers. Its main goal is to streamline the debate and voting process on these bills by waiving certain standard procedural obstacles, allowing for faster consideration without typical delays.

Key Provisions

Scope of Consideration: Upon adoption, the resolution makes it possible to debate and vote on three designated bills in the House:
H.R. 2240: Requires the Attorney General (the top federal law enforcement official) to create reports on violent attacks against law enforcement officers and related matters.
H.R. 2243: Updates federal criminal law (Title 18 of the U.S. Code) to strengthen the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA, a law allowing qualified officers to carry concealed firearms across state lines) and rules for officers carrying hidden weapons.
H.R. 2255: Permits federal law enforcement officers to buy weapons that have been retired from service.
Waivers and Adoption Rules: All standard objections (points of order) against considering or passing these bills are waived. Committee-recommended substitute amendments (full rewrites of the bills) are automatically adopted, and the bills are treated as already read in full.
Debate and Voting Limits: Debate on each bill is limited to one hour, split equally between the chair and ranking minority member of the House Judiciary Committee (or their designees). After debate, a vote on passage occurs immediately, with no other motions allowed except one motion to recommit (send the bill back to committee for changes).
Previous Question: This procedural tool is automatically applied to end debate and force a vote on the bills or any further amendments.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This resolution does not directly change substantive laws; it is purely procedural and modifies House rules for handling these specific bills. It bypasses normal requirements for debate, readings, and objections, which could otherwise slow down the process. No amendments to existing statutes are introduced here—the changes to law would come from the three bills themselves if passed.

Potential Impacts

On Government Agencies: Could expedite federal support for law enforcement, such as better reporting on officer safety (via H.R. 2240) and easier access to firearms (via H.R. 2243 and H.R. 2255), potentially increasing administrative burdens on the Department of Justice for reports and weapon sales.
On Citizens: Primarily benefits law enforcement officers and their families by enhancing safety measures and perks, with indirect effects on public safety through improved officer protections and tools. No direct impact on the general public.
On International Relations: None apparent, as the bills focus on domestic U.S. law enforcement.

Main Stakeholders Affected

Law Enforcement Officers: Direct beneficiaries through provisions for better reporting on attacks, expanded concealed carry rights, and access to retired weapons.
House Judiciary Committee: Controls the debate time, giving its leaders significant influence over the bills' floor consideration.
U.S. House of Representatives: Members gain a faster path to vote on pro-law enforcement measures, potentially affecting legislative priorities.
Department of Justice and Attorney General: Responsible for implementing reporting requirements and managing weapon purchases if the bills pass.
Law Enforcement Organizations: Groups like police unions may support these bills for enhancing officer safety and rights.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal/Constitutional: As a House rule, it adheres to the Constitution's allowance for each chamber to set its own procedures (Article I, Section 5). It raises no constitutional challenges but ensures the bills, if passed, would undergo Senate review and presidential approval to become law.
Political: This resolution reflects a push to prioritize law enforcement support in a streamlined manner, potentially signaling bipartisan or majority party interest in "back the blue" policies. By limiting debate and waivers, it reduces opportunities for opposition amendments, which could lead to quicker passage but limit broader input. No overt controversies in the text itself.

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

2025-05-14: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2025-05-14: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 216 - 203 (Roll no. 127). (text: CR H2014-2015) (Roll call 127)
2025-05-14: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 216 - 203 (Roll no. 127). (text: CR H2014-2015) (Roll call 127)
2025-05-14: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 216 - 204 (Roll no. 126). (Roll call 126)
2025-05-14: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2022-2023)
2025-05-14: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 405, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Leger Fernandez demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
2025-05-14: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 405.
2025-05-14: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2014-2021)
2025-05-13: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 27.
2025-05-13: The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 2240, H.R. 2243, and H.R. 2255. All bills are being considered under a closed rule with each bill having one motion to recommit.
2025-05-13: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-95, by Mr. Roy.
2025-05-13: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-95, by Mr. Roy.

Bill Versions

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2240) to require the Attorney General to develop reports relating to violent attacks against law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2243) to amend title 18, United States Code, to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2255) to allow Federal law enforcement officers to purchase retired service weapons, and for other purposes. — issued 2025-05-14 — PDF (2 pages)
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2240) to require the Attorney General to develop reports relating to violent attacks against law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2243) to amend title 18, United States Code, to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2255) to allow Federal law enforcement officers to purchase retired service weapons, and for other purposes. — issued 2025-05-13 — PDF (4 pages)