H.Res.722 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5371) making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 719) honoring the life and legacy of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk; and for other purposes.
House Roll Call
H.Res.722
| Bill | H.Res.722 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5371) making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 719) honoring the life and legacy of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk; and for other purposes. |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Agreeing to the Resolution |
| Vote type | Recorded Vote |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 216 / Nay 210 / Present 1 / Not Voting 5 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 216 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| D | 0 | 210 | 0 | 3 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Agreeing to the Resolution
Bill Analysis
HRES 722 is a resolution from the 119th Congress that outlines the procedural framework for considering H.R. 5371, which aims to provide continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026. The resolution also includes provisions for honoring the life and legacy of Charles “Charlie” James Kirk through H. Res. 719.
The primary function of H.R. 5371 is to ensure that federal government operations continue without interruption by extending funding at current levels or making necessary adjustments for the fiscal year 2026. This bill is critical for maintaining government services and programs, as it addresses potential funding gaps that could arise if appropriations are not enacted before the start of the fiscal year. The resolution facilitates debate and voting procedures in the House of Representatives regarding this funding measure.
Key agencies and programs affected by H.R. 5371 include various federal departments and entities that rely on appropriated funds to operate effectively, such as the Department of Defense, Department of Health and Human Services, and other essential government services. The beneficiaries of this funding include federal employees, contractors, and the general public who rely on government services.
Additionally, HRES 722 provides a platform for honoring Charles “Charlie” James Kirk, recognizing his contributions and legacy, although the specifics of this resolution are not directly tied to funding or appropriations.
The latest action on HRES 722 was the motion to reconsider, which was laid on the table and agreed to without objection, indicating that the House has moved forward with the resolution without further debate. This procedural step allows the House to focus on the substantive issues presented in H.R. 5371 while acknowledging the importance of honoring Kirk’s legacy.
Yea (216)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
L
Lisa McClain
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
Nay (210)
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
