H.Res.5 — Adopting the Rules of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress, and for other purposes.
House Roll Call
H.Res.5
| Bill | H.Res.5 — Adopting the Rules of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress, and for other purposes. |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Ordering the Previous Question |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 216 / Nay 210 / Present 0 / Not Voting 8 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 216 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| D | 0 | 210 | 0 | 5 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Ordering the Previous Question
Bill Analysis
HRES 5, introduced in the 119th Congress, establishes the rules governing the operations and procedures of the House of Representatives for the current legislative session. This resolution outlines the framework within which the House will conduct its business, including the organization of committees, the process for debating and voting on legislation, and the management of House resources.
Key provisions of HRES 5 include the reaffirmation of existing rules from the previous Congress with specific modifications aimed at enhancing legislative efficiency and accountability. It sets forth the authority of various House committees, delineating their jurisdictions and responsibilities. The resolution also addresses the process for amending House rules, ensuring that any changes can be made through a structured approach.
The resolution impacts all members of the House of Representatives, providing them with the procedural guidelines necessary for their legislative activities. It regulates the conduct of debates, the introduction of bills, and the overall legislative workflow, thereby affecting how legislation is proposed, discussed, and voted upon.
HRES 5 also includes provisions for the management of House resources, including budgetary allocations for committee operations and staff support. This ensures that committees are adequately funded to carry out their responsibilities effectively.
The adoption of HRES 5 is critical for the functioning of the House, as it sets the stage for legislative action and governance for the duration of the 119th Congress. The resolution was agreed to without objection, indicating broad consensus among House members on the established rules. The timeline for the implementation of these rules is immediate, as they are effective upon adoption, allowing the House to commence its legislative agenda without delay.
Yea (216)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
M
Mark Green
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
M
Michael Waltz
Nay (210)
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
S
Sylvester Turner
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
