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Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules, and for other purposes.
4/7/2025, 3:18 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 157
Bill H.Res. 157, also known as the "Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules, and for other purposes" bill, was introduced in the US Congress to establish procedures for considering motions to suspend the rules. This bill aims to streamline the legislative process by allowing for quicker consideration of certain measures that may not follow the usual rules and procedures.
The bill outlines the specific procedures that must be followed when a motion to suspend the rules is made, including the time allotted for debate and the number of votes required for passage. It also addresses the types of measures that may be considered under this procedure, such as resolutions and bills that are not controversial or complex in nature.
Overall, the goal of this bill is to expedite the legislative process and allow for more efficient consideration of certain measures that may not warrant the full debate and scrutiny of the regular legislative process. It is important to note that this bill is non-partisan in nature and does not favor any specific political party or agenda.
The bill outlines the specific procedures that must be followed when a motion to suspend the rules is made, including the time allotted for debate and the number of votes required for passage. It also addresses the types of measures that may be considered under this procedure, such as resolutions and bills that are not controversial or complex in nature.
Overall, the goal of this bill is to expedite the legislative process and allow for more efficient consideration of certain measures that may not warrant the full debate and scrutiny of the regular legislative process. It is important to note that this bill is non-partisan in nature and does not favor any specific political party or agenda.
Current Status of Bill HRES 157
Bill HRES 157 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 11, 2009. Bill HRES 157 was introduced during Congress 111 and was introduced to the House on February 11, 2009. Bill HRES 157's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of February 12, 2009
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 157
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
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0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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