Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7006) making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes.
- Bill Number
- H.Res. 992
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Congress
- Status
- Passed House
- Latest Action
- 2026-01-14: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-11T05:06:21Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This resolution (H. Res. 992) establishes special procedural rules for the U.S. House of Representatives to consider and debate H.R. 7006, a bill providing consolidated appropriations (funding) for the federal government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and other related purposes. It aims to expedite the bill's consideration by waiving certain standard rules and limiting debate.
Key Provisions
- Committee of the Whole Setup: After adoption, the Speaker may declare the House in the "Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union" (a procedural stage allowing broader debate and amendments) to consider H.R. 7006.
- Waivers and Readings: The first reading of the bill is skipped, and all objections (points of order) against considering or including provisions in the bill are waived. The bill is treated as already read.
- Debate Limits: General debate is limited to one hour, split equally between the chair and ranking minority member of the House Appropriations Committee (or their designees), focused solely on the bill.
- Amendment Process: Amendments are restricted to those pre-approved and printed in a report from the House Rules Committee. These can only be offered by designated members, in a specific order, for a set debate time (split equally), and cannot be further amended or divided. All objections against these amendments are waived. A specific House rule (Clause 2(e) of rule XXI, which limits certain earmarks or targeted spending) does not apply.
- Conclusion of Consideration: After amendments, the Committee rises, reports the bill back to the House with any adopted changes, and the "previous question" is automatically ordered—bringing the bill to a final vote without further delays, except for one possible motion to send it back to committee (recommit).
- Additional Allowance: The chair of the Appropriations Committee may add explanatory materials about H.R. 7006 to the official Congressional Record by January 16, 2026.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This resolution does not amend or create new laws; it is a procedural tool specific to H.R. 7006. It temporarily modifies standard House rules by waiving objections, limiting debate and amendments, and exempting the bill from earmark restrictions—deviating from typical open-floor amendment processes to streamline passage.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: Accelerates approval of funding for federal operations through September 30, 2026, potentially preventing shutdowns but locking in budget levels with limited changes.
- On Citizens: Affects everyday services funded by the bill, such as education, defense, healthcare, and infrastructure, by determining federal spending priorities for the year.
- On International Relations: Minimal direct impact, though funding for foreign aid, diplomacy, or military operations in the appropriations bill could influence U.S. global engagements if passed as structured.
- Overall, it speeds up the legislative process, reducing opportunities for extended negotiation.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Members of Congress: Primarily the Appropriations and Rules Committees, party leaders, and rank-and-file members who may seek to offer amendments (limited here).
- Federal Agencies and Employees: Entities like the Departments of Defense, Health and Human Services, and others reliant on appropriated funds.
- Citizens and Advocacy Groups: Taxpayers, beneficiaries of government programs (e.g., veterans, students, low-income families), and interest groups lobbying for specific spending.
- The Executive Branch: The President and administration, as the bill funds their policy implementation.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal/Procedural: Relies on the House's constitutional authority (Article I, Section 5) to set its own rules, allowing waivers that bypass standard checks like unlimited amendments—potentially making the process more efficient but less transparent.
- Constitutional: No direct challenges, as it aligns with Congress's spending power (Article I, Section 9), but could raise questions about minority party rights if debate limits are seen as overly restrictive.
- Political: Favors the majority party by controlling amendments and debate, possibly reducing bipartisan input on a critical funding bill; this "closed rule" approach is common for appropriations but can heighten partisan tensions around budget priorities.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
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Recent Actions
- 2026-01-14: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2026-01-14: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 213 - 210 (Roll no. 25). (text: CR H728) (Roll call 25)
- 2026-01-14: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 213 - 210 (Roll no. 25). (text: CR H728) (Roll call 25)
- 2026-01-14: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 213 - 209 (Roll no. 24). (Roll call 24)
- 2026-01-14: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H733-734)
- 2026-01-14: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate H.Res. 992, the Chair put the ordering the previous question and announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Scanlon demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
- 2026-01-14: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 992.
- 2026-01-14: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H728-732)
- 2026-01-13: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 54.
- 2026-01-13: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 7006 with 1 hour of general debate. Motion to recommit allowed. Specified amendments are in order.
- 2026-01-13: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-445, by Ms. Foxx.
- 2026-01-13: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-445, by Ms. Foxx.
Bill Versions
- Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7006) making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes. — issued 2026-01-14 — PDF (2 pages)
- Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7006) making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes. — issued 2026-01-13 — PDF (4 pages)