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Providing a point of order in the House of Representatives during the 119th Congress against reconciliation measures that reduce benefits under the Medicaid program or the supplemental nutrition assistance program.

5/6/2025, 8:18 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 382

This bill, designated as H.Res. 382 in the 119th Congress, aims to provide a point of order in the House of Representatives against reconciliation measures that seek to reduce benefits under the Medicaid program or the supplemental nutrition assistance program. Introduced on May 5, 2025, the bill specifies this directive as its primary purpose, potentially setting restrictions on certain types of budget reconciliation actions related to these programs.

Congressional Summary of HRES 382

This resolution establishes a point of order against considering budget reconciliation legislation in the House during the 119th Congress that (1) reduces enrollment or benefits for specified individuals enrolled in the Medicaid program, or (2) reduces eligibility or benefits for households that include specified individuals and participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

The individuals specified in the bill include individuals who are under the age of 19, individuals who are 65 or older, pregnant women, and individuals with a disability. 

The point of order does not apply to any provision in reconciliation legislation that reduces improper payments, eliminates fraudulent billing, or enhances data verification to ensure eligibility for applicable benefits.

(Under current law, reconciliation bills are considered by Congress using expedited legislative procedures that prevent a filibuster and restrict amendments in the Senate.)

Current Status of Bill HRES 382

Bill HRES 382 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 5, 2025. Bill HRES 382 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 5, 2025.  Bill HRES 382's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Rules. as of May 5, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 382

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 382

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 382

Providing a point of order in the House of Representatives during the 119th Congress against reconciliation measures that reduce benefits under the Medicaid program or the supplemental nutrition assistance program.
Providing a point of order in the House of Representatives during the 119th Congress against reconciliation measures that reduce benefits under the Medicaid program or the supplemental nutrition assistance program.

Comments

Quentin Blanton profile image

Quentin Blanton

476

6 months ago

This bill is a joke! How can they even think about cutting benefits for those in need? What's going to happen to people who rely on these programs to survive? How will this affect us in the short term?

Brittany Heller profile image

Brittany Heller

472

6 months ago

This bill protects vital programs.

Creed Rowland profile image

Creed Rowland

480

6 months ago

I'm so happy they're stopping it, it's gonna help me and my family so much!