Summary of HRES 462
Bill Information
- Bill Number: HRES 462
- Title: Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 91) relating to a national emergency by the President on April 2, 2025.
- Status: Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Meeks. Petition No: 119-7. Discharge petition text with signatures.
- Introduced: June 03, 2025
- Classification: Resolution
Purpose and Intent
HRES 462 is a resolution that facilitates the consideration of a joint resolution (H.J. Res. 91) concerning a national emergency declared by the President on April 2, 2025. The intent of this resolution is to streamline the legislative process for addressing the national emergency by waiving certain procedural hurdles that could delay or obstruct the consideration of the joint resolution.
Key Provisions
- Immediate Consideration: Upon adoption of HRES 462, the House will proceed directly to consider H.J. Res. 91 without delay.
- Waiver of Points of Order: All points of order against the consideration of H.J. Res. 91 and its provisions are waived, meaning that typical procedural objections cannot be raised.
- Debate Structure: The resolution allows for one hour of debate, which will be equally divided and controlled by the chair and the ranking minority member of the Committee on Foreign Affairs or their designees.
- Final Passage: The previous question is considered ordered on H.J. Res. 91 and any amendments, allowing for a straightforward path to final passage without intervening motions, except for one motion to recommit.
Who Would Be Affected
The resolution primarily affects members of the House of Representatives, as it dictates how they will consider the joint resolution regarding the national emergency. Additionally, the resolution may have implications for the executive branch and the public, depending on the nature of the national emergency declared by the President.
Legislative Actions
- July 17, 2025: Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Meeks, indicating an effort to bring the resolution to the floor for consideration.
- June 03, 2025: The resolution was referred to the House Committee on Rules and submitted in the House.
Related Bills
- HRES 393: This is a companion bill that may address similar issues or provide additional context to the national emergency being discussed.
Conclusion
HRES 462 is a procedural resolution aimed at expediting the legislative process for a joint resolution concerning a national emergency. By waiving points of order and establishing a clear debate structure, the resolution seeks to ensure that the House can address the emergency efficiently and effectively.
