Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2913) to authorize support for Ukraine, and for other purposes.
- Bill Number
- H.Res. 518
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Congress
- Status
- Passed House
- Latest Action
- 2026-06-04: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-16T15:03:42Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose This resolution establishes expedited procedures in the House of Representatives for considering H.R. 2913, a bill authorizing support for Ukraine and other purposes.
Key Provisions
- Immediately after adoption, the House proceeds to consider H.R. 2913.
- All points of order against the bill's consideration and its provisions are waived.
- The bill is treated as read.
- One hour of debate is allowed, equally divided between the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Foreign Affairs (or their designees).
- The previous question is ordered on the bill and any amendments, leading directly to final passage with only a motion to recommit permitted.
- Certain clauses of House rules (clause 1(c) of rule XIX and clause 8 of rule XX) do not apply.
- The Clerk must send the passed bill to the Senate within one week.
Significant Changes to Existing Law The resolution modifies standard House procedures by waiving points of order and limiting debate and amendments, creating a structured process specific to this bill rather than following regular order.
Potential Impacts
- On government agencies: May accelerate implementation of Ukraine-related support by the executive branch once the bill passes.
- On citizens: Indirect effects through U.S. foreign policy and aid decisions.
- On international relations: Facilitates timely U.S. action regarding Ukraine.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- House of Representatives members, particularly the Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- The Senate, which receives the bill promptly.
- Executive branch agencies responsible for foreign assistance.
- Ukraine as the primary focus of the underlying bill.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- The measure exercises the House's authority to set its own rules under the Constitution, bypassing certain procedural protections.
- It prioritizes rapid consideration of Ukraine support legislation.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5]
Cosponsors (1)
Recent Actions
- 2026-06-04: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2026-06-04: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 216 - 204 (Roll no. 206). (Roll call 206)
- 2026-06-04: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 216 - 204 (Roll no. 206). (Roll call 206)
- 2026-06-04: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3876-3877)
- 2026-06-03: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 518, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the resolution and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Meeks demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
- 2026-06-03: The previous question was ordered without objection.
- 2026-06-03: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 518.
- 2026-06-03: Considered from the Discharge Calendar. (consideration: CR H3813-3814; text: CR H3814)
- 2026-06-03: Consideration initiated from the Discharge Calendar.
- 2026-06-03: On motion to discharge Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 204 (Roll no. 200). (Roll call 200)
- 2026-06-03: Mr. Meeks moved to discharge.
- 2026-06-03: DEBATE - Pursuant to the rule, the House proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Meeks motion to discharge.
- 2026-06-03: MOTION TO DISCHARGE COMMITTEE - Pursuant to clause 2 of rule XV, Mr. Meeks called up motion No. 6, to discharge the Committee on Rules from further consideration of H. Res. 518. (consideration: CR H3813)
- 2026-06-03: NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO OFFER MOTION TO DISCHARGE - Mr. Meeks notified the House of his intent to offer a motion to discharge the Committee on Rules from further consideration of H. Res. 518 pursuant to clause 2(c) of rule XV.
- 2026-05-13: Motion to discharge the Committee on Rules filed by Mr. Meeks. Assigned to the Discharge Calendar, Calendar No. 6.
Bill Versions
- Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2913) to authorize support for Ukraine, and for other purposes. — issued 2026-06-04 — PDF (2 pages)
- Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2913) to authorize support for Ukraine, and for other purposes. — issued 2025-06-17 — PDF (2 pages)