A resolution amending rule XLIV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to include amendments of the House of Representatives in the requirements for identifying spending items, and for other purposes.

This resolution includes bills, joint resolutions, and messages from the House of Representatives within the scope of a point of order that prohibits the Senate from considering legislation unless each congressionally directed spending item (i.e., earmark), limited tax benefit, or limited tariff benefit in the legislation has been publicly identified. Currently, the point of order only applies to Senate bills or joint resolutions that are not reported by committee.

Bill 117 sres 687, also known as A resolution amending rule XLIV of the Standing Rules of the Senate, aims to make changes to the process of identifying spending items in Congress. The resolution proposes to include amendments made by the House of Representatives in the requirements for identifying spending items. This means that any spending items added or changed by the House would need to be clearly identified and accounted for in the Senate's rules.

The purpose of this resolution is to increase transparency and accountability in the legislative process, ensuring that all spending items are properly documented and accounted for. By including House amendments in the identification process, lawmakers and the public will have a clearer understanding of how taxpayer dollars are being allocated and spent.

Overall, Bill 117 sres 687 seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the budgeting process in Congress, ultimately leading to more informed decision-making and better oversight of government spending.