House Res.HRES 313House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedure
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 14) establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034, and for other purposes.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This resolution matters because it directly impacts how the House of Representatives moves forward with a crucial budget plan for the government. By setting specific, expedited rules for considering the Senate's version of the budget, it reduces the chances of delays and procedural roadblocks, making it more likely that Congress will finalize a budget blueprint for the coming fiscal year and the next decade. Without this resolution, the process of agreeing on a budget could be more protracted and subject to various procedural maneuvers.
The second part of the resolution is also significant because it alters the normal congressional oversight timeline for a national emergency. If a national emergency is declared, this provision gives Congress a longer window, or essentially more flexibility, before the legal clock runs out for them to decide whether to uphold or terminate the President's declaration. This could have implications for how quickly Congress can respond to executive actions during emergencies.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Sets specific rules for the House to consider the Senate's changes to the government's budget plan (H. Con. Res. 14) for fiscal year 2025 through 2034.
This provision speeds up the process for the House to approve or reject the Senate's proposed budget, limiting potential delays.
PROVISION 02
Allows the House to consider the Senate's budget changes without allowing procedural objections ("points of order").
This prevents members from using procedural tactics to slow down or block the consideration of the budget resolution.
PROVISION 03
Limits debate on accepting the Senate's budget changes to one hour, equally divided between the Budget Committee chair and ranking minority member, before bringing it to a direct vote.
This ensures a quick vote on the budget resolution after limited discussion.
PROVISION 04
Specifies that days between April 9, 2025, and September 30, 2025, will not count as "calendar days" for purposes of the National Emergencies Act regarding an emergency declared on April 2, 2025.
This pauses the normal congressional timeline for reviewing or potentially ending a presidential national emergency.
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOUSE · INTRODUCED APR 9, 2025
House Res.HRES 313House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedure
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 14) establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034, and for other purposes.
This resolution matters because it directly impacts how the House of Representatives moves forward with a crucial budget plan for the government. By setting specific, expedited rules for considering the Senate's version of the budget, it reduces the chances of delays and procedural roadblocks, making it more likely that Congress will finalize a budget blueprint for the coming fiscal year and the next decade. Without this resolution, the process of agreeing on a budget could be more protracted and subject to various procedural maneuvers.
The second part of the resolution is also significant because it alters the normal congressional oversight timeline for a national emergency. If a national emergency is declared, this provision gives Congress a longer window, or essentially more flexibility, before the legal clock runs out for them to decide whether to uphold or terminate the President's declaration. This could have implications for how quickly Congress can respond to executive actions during emergencies.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Sets specific rules for the House to consider the Senate's changes to the government's budget plan (H. Con. Res. 14) for fiscal year 2025 through 2034.
This provision speeds up the process for the House to approve or reject the Senate's proposed budget, limiting potential delays.
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Allows the House to consider the Senate's budget changes without allowing procedural objections ("points of order").
This prevents members from using procedural tactics to slow down or block the consideration of the budget resolution.
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Limits debate on accepting the Senate's budget changes to one hour, equally divided between the Budget Committee chair and ranking minority member, before bringing it to a direct vote.
This ensures a quick vote on the budget resolution after limited discussion.
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Specifies that days between April 9, 2025, and September 30, 2025, will not count as "calendar days" for purposes of the National Emergencies Act regarding an emergency declared on April 2, 2025.
This pauses the normal congressional timeline for reviewing or potentially ending a presidential national emergency.
Period during which days will not count as 'calendar days' for National Emergencies Act review.
GLOSSARY
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Concurrent Resolution
A legislative measure adopted by both the House and Senate that does not require the President's signature and does not have the force of law. It is typically used for matters like setting the budget or expressing congressional opinion.
Senate Amendment
Changes or additions proposed by the Senate to a measure (like a resolution) that originated in the House of Representatives, or vice versa.
Point of Order
A parliamentary objection raised by a member that the rules of the House are being violated. If sustained by the presiding officer, it can stop or alter the proceedings.
Concur in the Senate amendment
To agree with the changes or additions made by the Senate to a resolution that was passed by the House.
Previous Question
A motion in parliamentary procedure that, if adopted, immediately ends debate on the pending motion or measure and brings it to a direct vote.
National Emergencies Act
A federal law that sets out how the President can declare a national emergency and specifies the powers that can be used during such an emergency, as well as how Congress can oversee or terminate these declarations.
ACTION TIMELINE
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SEP 16, 25
Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 707, H.Res. 313 is amended.
FLOOR
APR 9, 25
The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-56, by Ms. Foxx.
COMMITTEE
APR 9, 25
The resolution makes in order a motion that the House concur in the Senate amendment to H. Con. Res. 14 and provides for one hour of debate.