Providing the sense of the House of Representatives that the House should not adjourn until the annual appropriation bills within the jurisdiction of all the subcommittees of the Committee on Appropriations for the current fiscal year are enacted into law.

119th Congress Introduced by Andrew Clyde and 2 co-sponsors

HRES 19 ensures the House remains in session until all annual appropriation bills are passed, preventing funding gaps that disrupt essential government services.

Submitted in House

Bill Information

Bill Number: HRES 19

Title: Providing the sense of the House of Representatives that the House should not adjourn until the annual appropriation bills within the jurisdiction of all the subcommittees of the Committee on Appropriations for the current fiscal year are enacted into law.

Status: Submitted in House

Introduced: January 07, 2025

Classification: Resolution

Purpose and Intent

HRES 19 expresses the sentiment of the House of Representatives regarding the importance of timely legislative action on annual appropriation bills. The resolution emphasizes that the House should remain in session until all appropriation bills, which are essential for funding government operations for the fiscal year, are passed into law.

Key Provisions

The resolution articulates that the House of Representatives should not adjourn until it has enacted all annual appropriation bills that fall under the jurisdiction of the various subcommittees of the Committee on Appropriations.

This resolution does not create binding law but serves as a directive to prioritize the passage of appropriation bills.

Impact

Affected Parties:

The resolution primarily affects members of the House of Representatives, particularly those serving on the Committee on Appropriations and its subcommittees.
It indirectly impacts federal agencies and programs that rely on timely funding through these appropriation bills, as delays in passing these bills can lead to funding gaps and disruptions in government services.

Procedural Aspects

Legislative Actions:

On January 07, 2025, HRES 19 was submitted in the House and referred to the House Committee on Appropriations for further consideration.

The resolution does not specify a timeline for action but underscores the urgency of completing the appropriation process before the House adjourns.

Conclusion

HRES 19 serves as a formal expression of the House's commitment to ensuring that essential government funding is secured through the timely passage of appropriation bills. By stating that the House should not adjourn until this task is completed, the resolution highlights the critical nature of fiscal responsibility and governance.

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