Stay on Schedule (S.O.S.) Resolution

1/8/2025, 1:40 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Bill 119 HRES 12, also known as the Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to Prohibit Recess Concurrent Resolution, aims to prevent the House of Representatives from going on recess after July 31 of any year unless all regular appropriation bills for the next fiscal year have been approved.

The bill seeks to ensure that Congress fulfills its responsibility to pass the necessary funding bills to keep the government running smoothly. By prohibiting recess until all appropriations bills are approved, the bill aims to prevent last-minute budget negotiations and potential government shutdowns.

This legislation is designed to promote accountability and efficiency within the House of Representatives by encouraging timely consideration and passage of appropriation bills. It emphasizes the importance of responsible budgeting and fiscal planning to avoid disruptions in government operations. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 12 seeks to promote good governance and ensure that Congress fulfills its duty to pass essential funding legislation in a timely manner.
Congress
119

Number
HRES - 12

Introduced on
2025-01-03

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/3/2025

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Bill 119 HRES 12, also known as the Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to Prohibit Recess Concurrent Resolution, aims to prevent the House of Representatives from going on recess after July 31 of any year unless all regular appropriation bills for the next fiscal year have been approved.

The bill seeks to ensure that Congress fulfills its responsibility to pass the necessary funding bills to keep the government running smoothly. By prohibiting recess until all appropriations bills are approved, the bill aims to prevent last-minute budget negotiations and potential government shutdowns.

This legislation is designed to promote accountability and efficiency within the House of Representatives by encouraging timely consideration and passage of appropriation bills. It emphasizes the importance of responsible budgeting and fiscal planning to avoid disruptions in government operations. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 12 seeks to promote good governance and ensure that Congress fulfills its duty to pass essential funding legislation in a timely manner.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedAmending the Rules of the House of Representatives to prohibit the consideration of a concurrent resolution to provide for a recess of the House after July 31 of any year unless the House has approved each regular appropriation bill for the next fiscal year.

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Referred to the House Committee on Rules.