Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 467) to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 11) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to 'Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards'; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 45) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to 'Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans'.

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Summary of Bill HRES 429

Bill 118 HRES 429 is a resolution that provides for the consideration of three separate pieces of legislation in the US Congress.

The first bill, H.R. 467, aims to amend the Controlled Substances Act in relation to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances. This bill seeks to address the growing issue of fentanyl abuse and trafficking in the United States by making changes to the way these substances are classified and regulated.

The second piece of legislation, S.J. Res. 11, is a joint resolution that seeks to provide congressional disapproval of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency regarding the control of air pollution from new motor vehicles, specifically heavy-duty engine and vehicle standards. This resolution aims to challenge the EPA's rule and potentially prevent it from being implemented. The third and final piece of legislation, H.J. Res. 45, is another joint resolution that seeks to provide congressional disapproval of a rule submitted by the Department of Education regarding waivers and modifications of federal student loans. This resolution aims to challenge the Department of Education's rule and potentially prevent it from being enforced. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 429 covers a range of important issues including drug regulation, environmental protection, and education policy. The resolution sets the stage for further debate and potential action on these critical matters within the US Congress.

Congressional Summary of HRES 429

This resolution sets forth the rule for consideration of

  • the bill (H.R. 467) to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances,
  • the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 11) providing for congressional disapproval of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency titled Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards, and
  • the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 45) providing for congressional disapproval of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to waivers and modifications of federal student loans.

Current Status of Bill HRES 429

Bill HRES 429 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 22, 2023. Bill HRES 429 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 22, 2023.  Bill HRES 429's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of May 23, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 429

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 429

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedure

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 429

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 467) to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 11) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to 'Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards'; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 45) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to 'Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans'.Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 467) to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 11) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to 'Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards'; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 45) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to 'Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans'.
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