Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1834) to advance policy priorities that will break the gridlock.
- Bill Number
- H.Res. 780
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Congress
- Status
- Passed House
- Latest Action
- 2026-01-08: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-11T20:24:35Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This resolution (H. Res. 780) sets special procedural rules for the U.S. House of Representatives to quickly consider and vote on H.R. 1834, a bill aimed at advancing policy priorities to reduce legislative gridlock. It streamlines the process by waiving standard debate and objection rules, allowing for faster passage without typical delays.
Key Provisions
- Immediate Consideration: Upon adoption of this resolution, the House must immediately begin debating H.R. 1834, with all objections (points of order) to starting the debate waived.
- Amendment Process: A substitute amendment (a full replacement version of the bill) submitted by the ranking minority member of the House Rules Committee—at least one day in advance and printed in the Congressional Record—will be automatically adopted. If multiple such amendments are submitted, only the most recent one applies.
- Debate and Voting Rules: The amended bill is treated as already read aloud. All objections to its contents are waived. Debate is limited to one hour, split equally between the majority leader and minority leader (or their designees). After debate, a vote on final passage occurs immediately, with no other motions allowed except one motion to recommit (send the bill back to committee for changes).
- Rule Waivers: Specific House rules—clause 1(c) of rule XIX (limits on debate during certain proceedings) and clause 8 of rule XX (restrictions on amendments)—do not apply to this bill.
- Transmission to Senate: The House Clerk must send the bill to the Senate within one calendar day of House passage.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This resolution does not amend permanent laws but temporarily alters House procedural rules for this specific bill (H.R. 1834). It bypasses standard requirements for extended debate, multiple amendments, and objections, which normally slow down legislation under House rules. These changes are limited to this instance and do not affect future bills unless similar resolutions are adopted.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: Minimal direct impact, but faster passage of H.R. 1834 could accelerate policy changes affecting federal agencies, depending on that bill's content (e.g., if it addresses gridlock in areas like budgeting or regulations).
- On Citizens: Indirect effects through quicker implementation of H.R. 1834's policies, potentially resolving stalled issues like economic or social priorities, though specifics depend on the underlying bill.
- On International Relations: No direct mention; any impacts would stem from H.R. 1834 if it involves foreign policy, but this resolution itself has no international scope.
Overall, it promotes efficiency in the legislative process but reduces opportunities for broad input.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- House Members: Majority and minority leaders control debate time; Rules Committee members influence amendments; all representatives face a compressed voting timeline.
- Congressional Leadership: Benefits the majority party by limiting opposition, while giving the minority a structured amendment opportunity.
- The Public and Interest Groups: Indirectly affected via expedited policy changes in H.R. 1834, with less time for external advocacy or public scrutiny during House consideration.
- Senate: Receives the bill sooner, potentially pressuring Senate action.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal/Procedural: Reinforces the House's constitutional authority (Article I) to set its own rules, but the waivers could limit minority rights to full debate, raising questions about fairness in a deliberative body (though such "special rules" are common and legally upheld).
- Constitutional: Aligns with the House's power to determine internal procedures; no direct challenge to separation of powers or federalism.
- Political: Enables the majority party to "break gridlock" by fast-tracking priorities, potentially increasing partisan efficiency but risking accusations of overriding bipartisan input. This could set a precedent for handling controversial bills, influencing future congressional dynamics.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]
Recent Actions
- 2026-01-08: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2026-01-08: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 202 (Roll no. 10). (Roll call 10)
- 2026-01-08: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 202 (Roll no. 10). (Roll call 10)
- 2026-01-08: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H212-213)
- 2026-01-07: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 780, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the resolution and by voice vote, announced that the ayes prevailed. Mr. Weber (TX) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
- 2026-01-07: The previous question was ordered without objection.
- 2026-01-07: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 780.
- 2026-01-07: Considered from the Discharge Calendar. (consideration: CR H122-126; text: CR H123)
- 2026-01-07: Consideration initiated from the Discharge Calendar.
- 2026-01-07: On motion to discharge Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 205 (Roll no. 4). (Roll call 4)
- 2026-01-07: Mr. Jeffries moved to discharge.
- 2026-01-07: DEBATE - Pursuant to the rule, the House proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Jeffries motion to discharge.
- 2026-01-07: MOTION TO DISCHARGE COMMITTEE - Pursuant to clause 2 of Rule XV, Mr. Jeffries called up motion No. 4, to discharge the Committee on Rules from further consideration of H. Res. 780.
- 2026-01-06: NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO OFFER MOTION TO DISCHARGE - Mr. Jeffries notified the House of his intent to offer a motion to discharge the Committee on Rules from further consideration of H. Res. 780 pursuant to clause 2(c) of rule XV. The Chair announced that the House will entertain the gentleman's motion within two legislative days.
- 2025-12-17: Motion to discharge the Committee on Rules filed by Mr. Jeffries. Assigned to the Discharge Calendar, Calendar No. 4. (consideration: CR H6019-6020)
Bill Versions
- Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1834) to advance policy priorities that will break the gridlock. — issued 2026-01-08 — PDF (2 pages)
- Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1834) to advance policy priorities that will break the gridlock. — issued 2025-09-30 — PDF (2 pages)