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Majority Rule Resolution

1/31/2025, 2:26 PM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 6

Bill 119 H.Con.Res. 6, also known as the "Providing for Certain Procedures for Bringing Debate to a Close on Any Question in the House of Representatives and Senate, and for Other Purposes" bill, aims to establish specific procedures for ending debates on any issue in both the House of Representatives and the Senate.

The bill outlines a process for cloture, which is a method used to end a filibuster and bring a debate to a close. It sets a specific time limit for debate on a particular question, after which a vote can be taken to end the discussion and move forward with a decision.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for expedited consideration of certain legislative matters, allowing for quicker decision-making on important issues. This is intended to streamline the legislative process and ensure that important matters are addressed in a timely manner. Overall, Bill 119 H.Con.Res. 6 seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the legislative process in both the House of Representatives and the Senate by providing clear guidelines for ending debates and expediting consideration of important issues.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 6

Majority Rule Resolution

This concurrent resolution provides that the House of Representatives and the Senate may not require more than a simple majority of those voting, a quorum being present, in order to bring debate to a close in such chamber.

Current Status of Bill HCONRES 6

Bill HCONRES 6 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since January 28, 2025. Bill HCONRES 6 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 28, 2025.  Bill HCONRES 6's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Rules. as of January 28, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 6

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 6

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 6

Majority Rule Resolution
Majority Rule Resolution
Providing for certain procedures for bringing debate to a close on any question in the House of Representatives and Senate, and for other purposes.

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