HAMDT 40 — Amendment adds at the end of the resolution the language that the previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion.

AMENDS

HRES 566 — Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 1) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.

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DISPOSITION

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JUL 2, 2025

“On agreeing to the Foxx amendment (A001) Agreed to by recorded vote: 220 - 212 (Roll no. 188).”

what this changes

This amendment is a procedural rule that forces an immediate final vote on the resolution. It prevents any further debate or extra motions from delaying the process.

WHY IT MATTERS

This is a common procedural tactic used by the majority party to streamline the legislative process and prevent the opposing party from introducing further changes or delaying the vote.

WHO IS AFFECTED

This primarily affects Members of Congress by dictating how they are allowed to spend their time and cast their votes on the House floor.

AMENDS

HRES 566PASSED HOUSE

Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 1) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.

KEY POINTS

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Ends debate

It forces the House to stop talking and start voting immediately.

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Blocks further changes

It prevents any other 'intervening motions' or amendments from being introduced before the final vote.

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Procedural tool

It allows the party in power to maintain control over the schedule and speed of legislation.

GLOSSARY

Previous Question: A motion used in the House to end debate and bring the pending matter to an immediate vote.
Intervening Motion: A procedural request made during a debate that could potentially delay or change the current topic of discussion.
Resolution: A formal expression of the opinion or will of a legislative body, often used for internal rules rather than creating public law.

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HAMDT 40 on Congress.gov

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JUL 2, 25

On agreeing to the Foxx amendment (A001) Agreed to by recorded vote: 220 - 212 (Roll no. 188).

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JUL 2, 25

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JUL 2, 25

On ordering the previous question on the amendment and the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 212 (Roll no. 187).

FLOOR

JUL 2, 25

On ordering the previous question on the amendment and the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 212 (Roll no. 187).

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Amendment adds at the end of the resolution the language that the previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion.

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Amendment adds at the end of the resolution the language that the previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion.

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AMENDMENT PROGRESS

DISPOSITION

WHY IT MATTERS

WHO IS AFFECTED

KEY POINTS

GLOSSARY

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