Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3898) to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to make targeted reforms with respect to waters of the United States and other matters, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3383) to amend the Investment Company Act of 1940 with respect to the authority of closed-end companies to invest in private funds; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3638) to direct the Secretary of Energy to prepare periodic assessments and submit reports on the supply chain for the generation and transmission of electricity, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3628) to amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to add a standard related to State consideration of reliable generation, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3668) to promote interagency coordination for reviewing certain authorizations under section 3 of the Natural Gas Act, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1071) to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to disinter the remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Texas, and for other purposes; and for other purposes. | ChamberLight
Bills · HRES 936
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 936House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedure
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3898) to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to make targeted reforms with respect to waters of the United States and other matters, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3383) to amend the Investment Company Act of 1940 with respect to the authority of closed-end companies to invest in private funds; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3638) to direct the Secretary of Energy to prepare periodic assessments and submit reports on the supply chain for the generation and transmission of electricity, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3628) to amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to add a standard related to State consideration of reliable generation, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3668) to promote interagency coordination for reviewing certain authorizations under section 3 of the Natural Gas Act, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1071) to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to disinter the remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Texas, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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Voters should care about this resolution because it directly impacts the transparency and thoroughness of how laws are made in Congress. By setting specific rules for debate and amendment, it can either expedite the passage of legislation deemed important by the House leadership or limit the ability of individual members to offer alternative solutions or challenge provisions.
If this resolution passes, the six bills it covers will likely move through the House quickly, with controlled debate and limited opportunities for broad changes. If it doesn't pass, those bills might face more procedural hurdles, allowing for more extensive debate and a wider range of proposed amendments, which could significantly alter their content or even prevent their passage. It influences the legislative output and how much scrutiny bills receive before becoming law.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
It waives all points of order against the consideration of the listed bills and their provisions.
This speeds up the legislative process by preventing procedural delays and challenges that could otherwise block or slow down a bill's passage.
PROVISION 02
It limits general debate time for each bill, typically to one hour, equally divided between specific committee leaders.
This restricts the overall time members have to discuss the broad merits or flaws of the bills before moving to specific amendments.
PROVISION 03
It often pre-adopts a committee-recommended "amendment in the nature of a substitute" for certain bills, changing the base text before further amendments are considered.
This allows the House to begin its amendment process with a version of the bill that reflects prior committee work and often the majority party's preferences.
PROVISION 04
It restricts the types and order of further amendments that can be offered, typically only allowing those listed in a specific Rules Committee report.
This tightly controls which changes can be proposed on the House floor, limiting opportunities for members to introduce non-approved alterations.
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5124-5134)
FLOOR
DEC 10
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 936.
FLOOR
DEC 10
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 936, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Leger Fernandez demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
FLOOR
DEC 10
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5134-5136)
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · RULES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 9, 2025
House Res.HRES 936House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedure
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3898) to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to make targeted reforms with respect to waters of the United States and other matters, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3383) to amend the Investment Company Act of 1940 with respect to the authority of closed-end companies to invest in private funds; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3638) to direct the Secretary of Energy to prepare periodic assessments and submit reports on the supply chain for the generation and transmission of electricity, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3628) to amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to add a standard related to State consideration of reliable generation, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3668) to promote interagency coordination for reviewing certain authorizations under section 3 of the Natural Gas Act, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1071) to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to disinter the remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Texas, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
Voters should care about this resolution because it directly impacts the transparency and thoroughness of how laws are made in Congress. By setting specific rules for debate and amendment, it can either expedite the passage of legislation deemed important by the House leadership or limit the ability of individual members to offer alternative solutions or challenge provisions.
If this resolution passes, the six bills it covers will likely move through the House quickly, with controlled debate and limited opportunities for broad changes. If it doesn't pass, those bills might face more procedural hurdles, allowing for more extensive debate and a wider range of proposed amendments, which could significantly alter their content or even prevent their passage. It influences the legislative output and how much scrutiny bills receive before becoming law.
KEY PROVISIONS
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It waives all points of order against the consideration of the listed bills and their provisions.
This speeds up the legislative process by preventing procedural delays and challenges that could otherwise block or slow down a bill's passage.
high
It limits general debate time for each bill, typically to one hour, equally divided between specific committee leaders.
This restricts the overall time members have to discuss the broad merits or flaws of the bills before moving to specific amendments.
high
It often pre-adopts a committee-recommended "amendment in the nature of a substitute" for certain bills, changing the base text before further amendments are considered.
This allows the House to begin its amendment process with a version of the bill that reflects prior committee work and often the majority party's preferences.
high
It restricts the types and order of further amendments that can be offered, typically only allowing those listed in a specific Rules Committee report.
This tightly controls which changes can be proposed on the House floor, limiting opportunities for members to introduce non-approved alterations.
GLOSSARY
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House Resolution (H. Res.)
A legislative measure passed only by the House of Representatives, often dealing with rules or internal matters, and does not become public law.
Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union
A procedural device used in the House to allow for more informal debate and amendment of legislation, requiring a smaller number of members present than the full House.
Points of Order
Objections raised on the House floor that a proceeding or measure violates House rules. If sustained, the proceeding or measure cannot continue as proposed.
Waived
To set aside or disregard a rule or requirement that would otherwise apply, often to expedite legislative action.
General Debate
A period of time set aside for members to speak on the overall merits and principles of a bill before specific amendments are considered.
Five-minute rule
A rule in the Committee of the Whole that limits debate on a specific amendment to five minutes for the proponent and five minutes for an opponent.
Amendment in the nature of a substitute
An amendment that seeks to replace the entire text of a bill with new language, effectively becoming the new version of the bill for further consideration.
ACTION TIMELINE
11 EVENTS
DEC 10, 25
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5124-5134)
FLOOR
DEC 10, 25
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 936.
FLOOR
DEC 10, 25
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 936, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Leger Fernandez demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
FLOOR
DEC 10, 25
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5134-5136)
A motion used in the House to cut off all further debate and amendments and bring the measure to an immediate vote on final passage or on specific amendments.
Roll Call #317
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On Ordering the Previous Question
PassedRequires ½ majority
216 Yes210 No7 NV
216 Yes210 No7 NV
Requires: Simple MajorityD majority: noR majority: yes