Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 185) to advance responsible policies.

Bill Number: H.Res. 910
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 1
Policy Area: Congress
Status: Introduced
Latest Action: 2025-12-10: Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Gottheimer. Petition No: 119-13. (<a href="https://clerk.house.gov/DischargePetition/2025121013">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)
Last Updated: 2026-03-17T15:55:08Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

H. Res. 910 is a procedural resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives designed to expedite the consideration and passage of H.R. 185, a bill titled "to advance responsible policies." It sets specific rules for debating and voting on H.R. 185, waiving standard procedural hurdles to streamline the process.

Key Provisions

Immediate Consideration: Upon adoption of this resolution, the House must immediately proceed to debate H.R. 185, waiving all points of order (objections based on House rules) against its consideration.
Amendment Process: An amendment in the nature of a substitute (a full replacement of the bill's text) submitted by the ranking minority member of the Committee on Rules—at least one day prior and printed in the Congressional Record—shall be automatically considered adopted. If multiple such amendments are submitted, only the last one applies.
Debate and Voting Rules: The amended bill is considered as read, with all points of order against its provisions waived. The "previous question" is ordered, limiting further amendments and debate, leading directly to a vote on passage. Exceptions include:
One hour of debate, equally divided between the majority leader and minority leader (or their designees).
One motion to recommit (allowing the minority to propose sending the bill back to committee with instructions).
Waiver of Additional Rules: Clause 1(c) of Rule XIX (requiring a motion to reconsider after passage) and Clause 8 of Rule XX (governing motions to suspend rules) do not apply to H.R. 185.
Transmission to Senate: The Clerk of the House must send a message to the Senate confirming passage of H.R. 185 within one calendar day.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This resolution does not amend substantive law but modifies House procedural rules for this specific bill. It bypasses standard requirements for debate, amendments, and objections, which typically allow more extensive discussion and minority input. No changes to federal statutes are introduced; it only alters internal House procedures for H.R. 185.

Potential Impacts

On Government Agencies: Minimal direct impact, as this is procedural; any effects would stem from H.R. 185's passage, which aims to "advance responsible policies" (details not provided in this document).
On Citizens: Indirect and dependent on H.R. 185's content; faster House passage could accelerate policy changes affecting public programs or regulations, but without specifics, impacts are unclear.
On International Relations: None apparent, as the resolution focuses on domestic legislative procedure.

Overall, it could speed up the legislative timeline for H.R. 185, potentially leading to quicker Senate consideration or enactment into law.

Main Stakeholders Affected

Members of Congress: House members, especially majority and minority leaders, who control debate time; the Committee on Rules and its ranking minority member, who can submit the key amendment.
Legislative Process Participants: The Clerk of the House (responsible for transmission) and Senate (receiving the bill).
Broader Interests: Groups or individuals affected by H.R. 185's policies (e.g., if it involves fiscal, regulatory, or social issues), though specifics are not detailed here.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal/Constitutional: As a House resolution, it operates within Congress's constitutional authority to set its own rules (Article I, Section 5). It does not raise constitutional challenges but ensures compliance with House precedents for special rules.
Political: This "rule" resolution limits debate and waives objections, which can be seen as a tool for the majority party to advance priority legislation efficiently. It may reduce minority party influence, potentially sparking partisan tensions, but it adheres to standard House practices for expedited bills. No broader legal precedents are altered.

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

Sponsor

Rep. Suozzi, Thomas R. [D-NY-3]

Recent Actions

2025-12-10: Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Gottheimer. Petition No: 119-13. (<a href="https://clerk.house.gov/DischargePetition/2025121013">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)
2025-11-21: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
2025-11-21: Submitted in House
2025-11-21: Submitted in House

Bill Versions

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 185) to advance responsible policies. — issued 2025-11-21 — PDF (2 pages)