Summary of HRES 830
Bill Information
- Bill Number: HRES 830
- Title: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 999) to protect an individual's ability to access contraceptives and to engage in contraception and to protect a health care provider's ability to provide contraceptives, contraception, and information related to contraception.
- Status: Submitted in House
- Introduced: October 24, 2025
- Classification: Resolution
Purpose and Intent
HRES 830 is a resolution that facilitates the consideration of H.R. 999, which aims to safeguard individuals' rights to access contraceptives and engage in contraception. Additionally, it seeks to ensure that healthcare providers can offer contraceptives and provide related information without legal or procedural hindrances. The resolution is part of a broader legislative effort to protect reproductive health rights.
Key Provisions
- Immediate Consideration: Upon adoption of HRES 830, the House will proceed directly to consider H.R. 999.
- Waiver of Points of Order: All points of order against the consideration of H.R. 999 are waived, meaning that there will be no procedural obstacles to its discussion and voting.
- Reading of the Bill: H.R. 999 will be considered as read, expediting the legislative process.
- Debate Structure: There will be one hour of debate on H.R. 999, equally divided between the chair and the ranking minority member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, or their designees.
- Motion to Recommit: The resolution allows for one motion to recommit, which provides an opportunity for further amendments or changes before final passage.
Impact
- Individuals: The bill aims to enhance access to contraceptives for individuals, ensuring that they can make informed choices regarding their reproductive health.
- Healthcare Providers: It protects healthcare providers' rights to offer contraceptive services and information, potentially reducing legal risks associated with providing such care.
- Legislative Process: By waiving points of order and streamlining debate, HRES 830 aims to expedite the legislative process for H.R. 999, allowing for quicker consideration and potential enactment.
Legislative Actions
- October 24, 2025: HRES 830 was referred to the House Committee on Rules and submitted in the House.
Sponsor
- Primary Sponsor: Lizzie Fletcher
This resolution is a critical step in advancing legislation that seeks to protect reproductive rights and access to contraceptive services in the United States.
