Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4312) to protect the name, image, and likeness rights of student athletes and to promote fair competition with respect to intercollegiate athletics, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1005) to prohibit elementary and secondary schools from accepting funds from or entering into contracts with the Government of the People’s Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1049) to ensure that parents are aware of foreign influence in their child’s public school, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1069) to prohibit the availability of Federal education funds for elementary and secondary schools that receive direct or indirect support from the Government of the People’s Republic of China; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2965) to require the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to ensure that the small business regulatory budget for a small business concern in a fiscal year is not greater than zero, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4305) to direct the Chief Counsel for Advocacy of the Small Business Administration to establish a Red Tape Hotline to receive notifications of burdensome agency rules, and for other purposes. | ChamberLight
Bills · HRES 916
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 916House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedure
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4312) to protect the name, image, and likeness rights of student athletes and to promote fair competition with respect to intercollegiate athletics, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1005) to prohibit elementary and secondary schools from accepting funds from or entering into contracts with the Government of the People’s Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1049) to ensure that parents are aware of foreign influence in their child’s public school, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1069) to prohibit the availability of Federal education funds for elementary and secondary schools that receive direct or indirect support from the Government of the People’s Republic of China; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2965) to require the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to ensure that the small business regulatory budget for a small business concern in a fiscal year is not greater than zero, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4305) to direct the Chief Counsel for Advocacy of the Small Business Administration to establish a Red Tape Hotline to receive notifications of burdensome agency rules, and for other purposes.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This resolution matters because it is a critical procedural step that enables actual laws to be considered and passed. Without such a resolution, bills can get bogged down in procedural objections or simply never come to a vote. By setting specific rules, it controls the legislative process for these particular bills, ensuring they receive floor time and an up-or-down vote.
If this resolution is adopted, it means the House is moving forward to consider the listed bills, potentially leading to new laws on key issues like student athlete compensation, the role of foreign governments in U.S. education, and small business regulations. If it doesn't pass, these bills might not get considered at all or would face a much more challenging path to becoming law, delaying or preventing changes on these important topics.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Allows the House of Representatives to consider six specific bills: H.R. 4312, H.R. 1005, H.R. 1049, H.R. 1069, H.R. 2965, and H.R. 4305.
This provision is crucial because it gives these particular bills the opportunity to be debated and voted on by the full House.
PROVISION 02
Waives all 'points of order' (procedural objections) against considering these bills and against provisions within the bills once they are amended.
This streamlines the process by preventing members from using procedural technicalities to delay or block the bills from being considered or passed.
PROVISION 03
Considers certain committee-recommended changes (amendments in the nature of a substitute) as already adopted for each bill before floor debate begins.
This means significant alterations to the bills are pre-approved, shaping the version of the legislation that the House will ultimately vote on.
PROVISION 04
Limits debate on each bill to one hour, equally divided, and allows only one motion to send the bill back to committee (motion to recommit).
This provision tightly controls the amount of time available for discussion and limits opportunities for members to propose further changes or delay tactics.
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H4978-4985)
FLOOR
DEC 2
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 916.
FLOOR
DEC 2
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 916, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question, and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McGovern demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
FLOOR
DEC 2
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4985-4987)
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · RULES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 1, 2025
House Res.HRES 916House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedure
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4312) to protect the name, image, and likeness rights of student athletes and to promote fair competition with respect to intercollegiate athletics, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1005) to prohibit elementary and secondary schools from accepting funds from or entering into contracts with the Government of the People’s Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1049) to ensure that parents are aware of foreign influence in their child’s public school, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1069) to prohibit the availability of Federal education funds for elementary and secondary schools that receive direct or indirect support from the Government of the People’s Republic of China; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2965) to require the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to ensure that the small business regulatory budget for a small business concern in a fiscal year is not greater than zero, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4305) to direct the Chief Counsel for Advocacy of the Small Business Administration to establish a Red Tape Hotline to receive notifications of burdensome agency rules, and for other purposes.
This resolution matters because it is a critical procedural step that enables actual laws to be considered and passed. Without such a resolution, bills can get bogged down in procedural objections or simply never come to a vote. By setting specific rules, it controls the legislative process for these particular bills, ensuring they receive floor time and an up-or-down vote.
If this resolution is adopted, it means the House is moving forward to consider the listed bills, potentially leading to new laws on key issues like student athlete compensation, the role of foreign governments in U.S. education, and small business regulations. If it doesn't pass, these bills might not get considered at all or would face a much more challenging path to becoming law, delaying or preventing changes on these important topics.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Allows the House of Representatives to consider six specific bills: H.R. 4312, H.R. 1005, H.R. 1049, H.R. 1069, H.R. 2965, and H.R. 4305.
This provision is crucial because it gives these particular bills the opportunity to be debated and voted on by the full House.
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Waives all 'points of order' (procedural objections) against considering these bills and against provisions within the bills once they are amended.
This streamlines the process by preventing members from using procedural technicalities to delay or block the bills from being considered or passed.
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Considers certain committee-recommended changes (amendments in the nature of a substitute) as already adopted for each bill before floor debate begins.
This means significant alterations to the bills are pre-approved, shaping the version of the legislation that the House will ultimately vote on.
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Limits debate on each bill to one hour, equally divided, and allows only one motion to send the bill back to committee (motion to recommit).
This provision tightly controls the amount of time available for discussion and limits opportunities for members to propose further changes or delay tactics.
GLOSSARY
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Resolution
A legislative measure, usually passed by only one chamber of Congress, that does not become law but expresses the chamber's opinion or regulates its internal procedures.
Points of Order
Objections raised by a Member of Congress during debate, arguing that a legislative action or statement violates the rules of the House or Senate. If sustained, the action can be stopped.
Waived
To set aside or disregard a rule or requirement. When a rule is waived, a legislative action that would normally be prohibited can proceed.
Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute
A comprehensive amendment that replaces the entire text of a bill with new language. It often reflects a committee's preferred version of the legislation.
Previous Question
A motion in the House of Representatives that, if adopted, ends debate on a measure or amendment and brings it to an immediate vote. It's a way to cut off debate and move to a final decision.
Motion to Recommit
A motion offered in the House of Representatives by the minority party, usually just before the final vote on a bill. It can be used to send the bill back to committee, sometimes with instructions to amend it.
ACTION TIMELINE
11 EVENTS
DEC 2, 25
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H4978-4985)
FLOOR
DEC 2, 25
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 916.
FLOOR
DEC 2, 25
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 916, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question, and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McGovern demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
FLOOR
DEC 2, 25
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4985-4987)