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Providing for consideration of the resolution (H.Res. 863) impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and misdemeanors, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 485) to amend title XI of the Social Security Act to prohibit the use of quality-adjusted life years and similar measures in coverage and payment determinations under Federal health care programs.

3/8/2024, 4:45 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 996

Bill 118 H.Res. 996 is a resolution that provides for the consideration of two important pieces of legislation in the US Congress. The first part of the resolution, H.Res. 863, focuses on impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, the Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and misdemeanors. This resolution aims to hold Mayorkas accountable for any alleged wrongdoing during his time in office.

The second part of the resolution, H.R. 485, seeks to amend title XI of the Social Security Act to prohibit the use of quality-adjusted life years and similar measures in coverage and payment determinations under Federal health care programs. This bill aims to ensure that decisions regarding coverage and payment in Federal health care programs are not based on measures that may discriminate against certain individuals or groups.

Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 996 addresses two important issues in the US Congress - potential impeachment proceedings against the Secretary of Homeland Security and the prohibition of certain measures in Federal health care programs. These pieces of legislation will be considered by Congress to determine their potential impact and implications for the American people.

Congressional Summary of HRES 996

This resolution sets forth the rule for consideration of the resolution (H.Res. 863) impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Further, it provides for consideration of the bill (H.R. 485) to amend title XI of the Social Security Act to prohibit the use of quality-adjusted life years and similar measures in coverage and payment determinations under federal health care programs.

Current Status of Bill HRES 996

Bill HRES 996 is currently in the status of Passed in House since February 6, 2024. Bill HRES 996 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 5, 2024.  Bill HRES 996's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of February 6, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 996

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 996

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

- House of Representatives
- Legislative rules and procedure

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 996

Providing for consideration of the resolution (H.Res. 863) impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and misdemeanors, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 485) to amend title XI of the Social Security Act to prohibit the use of quality-adjusted life years and similar measures in coverage and payment determinations under Federal health care programs.
Providing for consideration of the resolution (H.Res. 863) impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and misdemeanors, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 485) to amend title XI of the Social Security Act to prohibit the use of quality-adjusted life years and similar measures in coverage and payment determinations under Federal health care programs.

Comments

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 996

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