Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2988) to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to specify requirements concerning the consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2262) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to exclude certain activities from hours worked, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2270) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to exclude child and dependent care services and payments from the rate used to compute overtime compensation; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2312) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to revise the definition of the term ''tipped employee'', and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4366) to clarify the treatment of 2 or more employers as joint employers under the National Labor Relations Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938. | ChamberLight
Bills · HRES 988
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 988House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedure
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2988) to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to specify requirements concerning the consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2262) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to exclude certain activities from hours worked, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2270) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to exclude child and dependent care services and payments from the rate used to compute overtime compensation; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2312) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to revise the definition of the term ''tipped employee'', and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4366) to clarify the treatment of 2 or more employers as joint employers under the National Labor Relations Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938.
INTRO JAN 12· LAST ACTION JAN 13
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This bill matters because it's a procedural step that clears the way for significant changes to federal labor and retirement laws to be voted on. By setting specific rules for debate and amendment, it influences whether these underlying bills will pass and in what form. If these bills become law, they could affect how much money many workers earn, how their overtime is calculated, how their retirement funds are managed, and how employers are held responsible under labor laws.
Voters should care because this resolution could lead to real-world impacts on their paychecks, workplace rights, and retirement security. It represents a critical moment in the legislative process for several key policy debates that touch on fundamental aspects of American employment and financial well-being.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Allows for consideration of H.R. 2988, which aims to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to specify requirements concerning the consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in retirement plan investments.
This paves the way for potential changes in how retirement funds are managed, affecting savers.
PROVISION 02
Allows for consideration of H.R. 2262, H.R. 2270, H.R. 2312, and H.R. 4366, which address various aspects of the Fair Labor Standards Act and National Labor Relations Act.
This enables votes on bills that could alter federal rules on "hours worked," overtime pay, tipped employees, and joint employer definitions, impacting many workers and businesses.
PROVISION 03
Waives all points of order against the consideration of these bills and their provisions, and automatically adopts committee-recommended amendments.
This streamlines the legislative process, reducing procedural hurdles and expediting a vote on the bills as amended by the committee.
PROVISION 04
Limits debate on each underlying bill to one hour, equally divided, and allows for only one motion to recommit (send back to committee).
This restricts the time for discussion and limits opportunities for further amendments from the floor, influencing the final form of the bills.
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H670-676)
FLOOR
JAN 13
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 988.
FLOOR
JAN 13
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 988, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced 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
JAN 13
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H676-677)
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · RULES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 12, 2026
House Res.HRES 988House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedure
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2988) to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to specify requirements concerning the consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2262) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to exclude certain activities from hours worked, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2270) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to exclude child and dependent care services and payments from the rate used to compute overtime compensation; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2312) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to revise the definition of the term ''tipped employee'', and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4366) to clarify the treatment of 2 or more employers as joint employers under the National Labor Relations Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938.
This bill matters because it's a procedural step that clears the way for significant changes to federal labor and retirement laws to be voted on. By setting specific rules for debate and amendment, it influences whether these underlying bills will pass and in what form. If these bills become law, they could affect how much money many workers earn, how their overtime is calculated, how their retirement funds are managed, and how employers are held responsible under labor laws.
Voters should care because this resolution could lead to real-world impacts on their paychecks, workplace rights, and retirement security. It represents a critical moment in the legislative process for several key policy debates that touch on fundamental aspects of American employment and financial well-being.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Allows for consideration of H.R. 2988, which aims to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to specify requirements concerning the consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in retirement plan investments.
This paves the way for potential changes in how retirement funds are managed, affecting savers.
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Allows for consideration of H.R. 2262, H.R. 2270, H.R. 2312, and H.R. 4366, which address various aspects of the Fair Labor Standards Act and National Labor Relations Act.
This enables votes on bills that could alter federal rules on "hours worked," overtime pay, tipped employees, and joint employer definitions, impacting many workers and businesses.
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Waives all points of order against the consideration of these bills and their provisions, and automatically adopts committee-recommended amendments.
This streamlines the legislative process, reducing procedural hurdles and expediting a vote on the bills as amended by the committee.
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Limits debate on each underlying bill to one hour, equally divided, and allows for only one motion to recommit (send back to committee).
This restricts the time for discussion and limits opportunities for further amendments from the floor, influencing the final form of the bills.
Resolution takes effect immediately upon adoption, allowing consideration of the listed bills.
GLOSSARY
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Resolution
A legislative measure passed by one or both chambers of Congress that does not require the President's signature to become law. Often used for internal rules or expressing opinions.
Points of Order
Objections raised by a Member of Congress during floor proceedings that a rule of the House or a general parliamentary rule is being violated.
Waived
To set aside or disregard a rule or requirement. In this context, it means procedural rules that might otherwise block a bill's consideration are being ignored.
Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute
A comprehensive amendment that replaces the entire text of a bill after the enacting clause, often used by committees to offer a refined version of a bill.
Previous Question
A procedural motion in the House of Representatives that, if passed, ends debate on the current measure and forces an immediate vote on it.
Motion to Recommit
A motion made in the House of Representatives, usually by the minority party, to send a bill back to committee. It can include instructions to amend the bill.
Pecuniary Factors
ACTION TIMELINE
11 EVENTS
JAN 13
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H670-676)
FLOOR
JAN 13
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 988.
FLOOR
JAN 13
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 988, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced 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
JAN 13
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H676-677)
Factors that relate to money or financial considerations, such as expected return on investment.
Joint Employers
A legal concept where two or more businesses can be held equally responsible for workers' employment conditions and labor law compliance, even if one is not the direct employer.
Roll Call #17
Party-Line
On Agreeing to the Resolution
PassedRequires ½ majority
214 Yes207 No10 NV
214 Yes207 No10 NV
Requires: Simple MajorityD majority: noR majority: yes
