Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to modify the period before the date of any primary election or general election during which a mass mailing is not frankable by a Member of the House who is a candidate in such election, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HRES 731

Bill 118 HRES 731, also known as the "Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives Act," aims to make changes to the rules regarding mass mailings by Members of the House of Representatives who are also candidates in primary or general elections.

Specifically, the bill seeks to modify the period before the date of any primary or general election during which a mass mailing is not eligible to be franked (paid for with taxpayer funds). This change would allow Members of the House who are running for re-election to send out mass mailings closer to the election date, potentially increasing their visibility and communication with constituents.

In addition to this main provision, the bill also includes other purposes, which are not specified in the summary. Overall, the purpose of Bill 118 HRES 731 is to amend the rules of the House of Representatives in order to allow for more flexibility in mass mailings by Members who are candidates in elections.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 731

Bill HRES 731 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 27, 2023. Bill HRES 731 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 27, 2023. Bill HRES 731's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of December 5, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 731

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 731

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Congress

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Congressional operations and organizationElections, voting, political campaign regulationHouse of RepresentativesMembers of CongressPostal service

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 731

Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to modify the period before the date of any primary election or general election during which a mass mailing is not frankable by a Member of the House who is a candidate in such election, and for other purposes.Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to modify the period before the date of any primary election or general election during which a mass mailing is not frankable by a Member of the House who is a candidate in such election, and for other purposes.

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