Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3944) making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 275) to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to publish on a monthly basis the number of special interest aliens encountered attempting to unlawfully enter the United States, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 875) to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that aliens who have been convicted of or who have committed an offense for driving while intoxicated or impaired are inadmissible and deportable; and providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 516) condemning the violent June 2025 riots in Los Angeles, California.

Bill Number: H.Res. 530
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 1
Policy Area: Congress
Status: Passed House
Latest Action: 2025-06-24: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Last Updated: 2025-10-09T03:26:24Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

H. Res. 530 is a procedural resolution that establishes the rules for debating and voting on four legislative items in the U.S. House of Representatives. It waives certain procedural obstacles (like points of order) and limits debate times to expedite consideration of funding for military and veterans' programs, immigration-related measures, and a condemnation of riots.

Key Provisions

Consideration of H.R. 3944 (Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations for FY 2026):
Allows the House to enter the Committee of the Whole for debate.
Waives the first reading and all points of order against the bill.
Limits general debate to 1 hour, split equally between the Appropriations Committee's chair and ranking minority member (or designees).
Adopts a substitute amendment (Rules Committee Print 119-5) as the base text.
Permits further amendments only from those pre-printed in the Rules Committee report, en bloc amendments (grouped for efficiency), and up to 10 pro forma amendments per side for debate purposes.
Waives points of order against non-budgetary provisions in the amended bill.
After amendments, reports the bill back for a vote, with the previous question ordered (ending debate) except for a possible motion to recommit.

Consideration of H.R. 275 (Monthly Reporting on Special Interest Aliens):
Allows immediate House consideration upon resolution adoption.
Waives all points of order.
Adopts the Homeland Security Committee's substitute amendment as the base text.
Limits debate to 1 hour, split equally between the committee's chair and ranking minority member (or designees).
Orders the previous question for passage, except for a motion to recommit.

Consideration of H.R. 875 (Immigration Penalties for DUI Offenses):
Allows immediate House consideration.
Waives all points of order.
Adopts the Judiciary Committee's substitute amendment as the base text.
Limits debate to 1 hour, split equally between the committee's chair and ranking minority member (or designees).
Orders the previous question for passage, except for a motion to recommit.

Consideration of H. Res. 516 (Condemnation of Los Angeles Riots):
Allows immediate House consideration without points of order.
Considers the resolution as read.
Limits debate to 1 hour, split equally between the Judiciary Committee's chair and ranking minority member (or designees).
Orders the previous question for adoption of the resolution and its preamble.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This resolution itself does not amend laws; it is purely procedural and does not alter statutes. However, it facilitates the potential passage of:

H.R. 3944, which would provide new appropriations (funding allocations) for fiscal year 2026, updating prior funding levels for military construction and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
H.R. 275, which would impose a new monthly public reporting requirement on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regarding "special interest aliens" (individuals from countries with terrorism risks attempting illegal entry).
H.R. 875, which would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act (a key U.S. immigration law) to classify driving while intoxicated or impaired (DUI/DWI) offenses as grounds for inadmissibility (barring entry) and deportability (removal from the U.S.) for non-citizens.
H. Res. 516, a non-binding resolution expressing congressional condemnation of specific riots, which has no legal effect but signals official disapproval.

Potential Impacts

On Government Agencies: Speeds up funding for the Department of Defense (military construction) and Department of Veterans Affairs (veterans' services), potentially stabilizing operations. DHS would face new transparency requirements and enforcement tools for immigration, increasing administrative workload.
On Citizens: Ensures continued or expanded funding for veterans' healthcare and military infrastructure, benefiting service members and veterans. The immigration bills could enhance border security reporting and public safety by targeting impaired driving among non-citizens, though they may strain deportation processes.
On International Relations: Minimal direct impact, but stricter immigration rules (e.g., for DUI offenses) could affect diplomatic ties with countries of origin for affected immigrants, and the riots condemnation might influence U.S. domestic policy perceptions abroad.
Overall, the resolution streamlines House action, potentially leading to quicker enactment of these measures if passed, but limits floor amendments, reducing opportunities for changes.

Main Stakeholders Affected

Congressional Members and Committees: House leadership, Appropriations Committee (for funding bill), Homeland Security Committee (for alien reporting), and Judiciary Committee (for immigration and riots resolution), as they control debate and amendments.
Government Agencies: Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense (funding recipients); DHS (reporting and enforcement duties).
Immigrants and Non-Citizens: Those with DUI/DWI convictions or charges, facing potential barriers to entry or residency; "special interest aliens" subject to increased scrutiny.
Citizens and Communities: Veterans and military personnel (benefit from appropriations); Los Angeles residents (impacted by riots condemnation); general public (affected by immigration enforcement aimed at road safety).
Advocacy Groups: Immigration reform organizations, veterans' groups, and civil liberties advocates, who may support or oppose the bundled measures.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal/Procedural: By waiving points of order (objections based on House rules, like budget restrictions under clause 2 of rule XXI), it bypasses standard checks, allowing potentially controversial provisions to advance without challenge. This is common in "closed" or "structured" rules but can limit minority input.
Constitutional: Aligns with Article I of the U.S. Constitution (Congress's power to appropriate funds, regulate immigration, and express policy views), but the immigration changes raise due process questions for non-citizens under the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments if applied retroactively.
Political: Bundles diverse issues (funding, security, condemnation) into one resolution, possibly for efficiency or partisan advantage in a divided Congress. The 119th Congress context (hypothetical 2025 session) suggests alignment with priorities like border security and veterans' support, but could spark debates on immigration fairness and riot response. Non-binding elements (like H. Res. 516) have symbolic weight without enforceability.

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

Sponsor

Rep. Scott, Austin [R-GA-8]

Recent Actions

2025-06-24: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2025-06-24: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 217 - 206 (Roll no. 177). (text: CR H2900-2901) (Roll call 177)
2025-06-24: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 217 - 206 (Roll no. 177). (text: CR H2900-2901) (Roll call 177)
2025-06-24: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 219 - 208 (Roll no. 176). (consideration: CR H2907-2908) (Roll call 176)
2025-06-24: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2907-2908)
2025-06-24: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 530, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McGovern demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
2025-06-24: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 530.
2025-06-24: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2900-2905)
2025-06-23: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 34.
2025-06-23: The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3944 under a structured rule and H.R. 275, H.R. 875, and H.Res. 516 under a closed rule, with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 3944, H.R. 275, and H.R. 875.
2025-06-23: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-167, by Mr. Scott, Austin.
2025-06-23: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-167, by Mr. Scott, Austin.

Bill Versions

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3944) making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 275) to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to publish on a monthly basis the number of special interest aliens encountered attempting to unlawfully enter the United States, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 875) to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that aliens who have been convicted of or who have committed an offense for driving while intoxicated or impaired are inadmissible and deportable; and providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 516) condemning the violent June 2025 riots in Los Angeles, California. — issued 2025-06-23 — PDF (8 pages)