Bill Summary
This resolution (H. Res. 211) outlines the procedures for the House of Representatives to consider three specific pieces of legislation.
1. **Joint Resolution (H.J. Res. 25)**: This joint resolution aims to disapprove a rule from the Internal Revenue Service regarding the reporting of gross proceeds by brokers involved in digital asset sales. The resolution allows for a straightforward process to debate and vote on this disapproval, waiving typical procedural obstacles.
2. **Bill (H.R. 1156)**: This bill seeks to amend the CARES Act to extend the statute of limitations for prosecuting fraud related to certain unemployment programs. Similar to the first resolution, it allows for the bill to be debated and voted on without procedural hindrances, and an amendment recommended by the Committee on Ways and Means is automatically adopted.
3. **Bill (H.R. 1968)**: This bill provides for further continuing appropriations and other extensions needed for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The resolution facilitates its consideration in the House, allowing for debate and passage without procedural delays, and incorporates specific amendments from the Committee on Rules.
The resolution ensures that all three items can be addressed efficiently, with set times for debate and limited motions allowed, streamlining the legislative process for these important issues. Additionally, it establishes that certain days will not count as calendar days under the National Emergencies Act concerning a future joint resolution aimed at terminating a national emergency declared by the President.
Possible Impacts
The legislation outlined in the resolution can impact people in various ways. Here are three examples:
1. **Digital Asset Reporting Implications**: The disapproval of the IRS rule regarding "Gross Proceeds Reporting by Brokers That Regularly Provide Services Effectuating Digital Asset Sales" could affect individuals and businesses involved in cryptocurrency transactions. By preventing stricter reporting requirements, this could lead to less transparency in digital asset sales, potentially allowing for greater tax evasion or fraud. This might benefit those who engage in such activities but could also hinder regulatory efforts designed to protect consumers and maintain market stability.
2. **Unemployment Fraud Enforcement**: The amendment to the CARES Act to extend the statute of limitations for fraud under certain unemployment programs could have significant implications for individuals who received unemployment benefits during the pandemic. This extension may lead to increased scrutiny and legal action against those who may have fraudulently received benefits. While this aims to protect public funds, it could also create anxiety for those who may have inadvertently violated rules or who are now facing investigations or legal repercussions.
3. **Continuing Appropriations and Federal Funding**: The bill (H.R. 1968) making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, is crucial for the continuation of government services and programs. If passed, it would ensure that federal agencies have the funding necessary to operate. This could directly affect individuals relying on government services such as education, healthcare, and social services. Conversely, failure to pass appropriations could lead to government shutdowns, adversely affecting millions of Americans who depend on these services for their livelihoods and well-being.
[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 211 Reported in House (RH)]
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House Calendar No. 8
119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 211
[Report No. 119-15]
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 25)
providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5,
United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue
Service relating to ``Gross Proceeds Reporting by Brokers That
Regularly Provide Services Effectuating Digital Asset Sales'';
providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1156) to amend the CARES
Act to extend the statute of limitations for fraud under certain
unemployment programs, and for other purposes; providing for
consideration of the bill (H.R. 1968) making further continuing
appropriations and other extensions for the fiscal year ending
September 30, 2025, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
March 11, 2025
Mrs. Fischbach, from the Committee on Rules, reported the following
resolution; which was referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be
printed
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RESOLUTION
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 25)
providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5,
United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue
Service relating to ``Gross Proceeds Reporting by Brokers That
Regularly Provide Services Effectuating Digital Asset Sales'';
providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1156) to amend the CARES
Act to extend the statute of limitations for fraud under certain
unemployment programs, and for other purposes; providing for
consideration of the bill (H.R. 1968) making further continuing
appropriations and other extensions for the fiscal year ending
September 30, 2025, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
Resolved, That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in
order to consider in the House the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 25)
providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5,
United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue
Service relating to ``Gross Proceeds Reporting by Brokers That
Regularly Provide Services Effectuating Digital Asset Sales''. All
points of order against consideration of the joint resolution are
waived. The joint resolution shall be considered as read. All points of
order against provisions in the joint resolution are waived. The
previous question shall be considered as ordered on the joint
resolution and on any amendment thereto to final passage without
intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally divided and
controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on
Ways and Means or their respective designees; and (2) one motion to
recommit.
Sec. 2. Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to
consider in the House the bill (H.R. 1156) to amend the CARES Act to
extend the statute of limitations for fraud under certain unemployment
programs, and for other purposes. All points of order against
consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment in the nature of a
substitute recommended by the Committee on Ways and Means now printed
in the bill shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall
be considered as read. All points of order against provisions in the
bill, as amended, are waived. The previous question shall be considered
as ordered on the bill, as amended, and on any further amendment
thereto, to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one
hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking
minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means or their respective
designees; and (2) one motion to recommit.
Sec. 3. Upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to
consider in the House the bill (H.R. 1968) making further continuing
appropriations and other extensions for the fiscal year ending
September 30, 2025, and for other purposes. All points of order against
consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment printed in the
report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be
considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as
read. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended,
are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the
bill, as amended, and on any further amendment thereto, to final
passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate
equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member
of the Committee on Appropriations or their respective designees; and
(2) one motion to recommit.
Sec. 4. Each day for the remainder of the first session of the
119th Congress shall not constitute a calendar day for purposes of
section 202 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622) with
respect to a joint resolution terminating a national emergency declared
by the President on February 1, 2025.
House Calendar No. 8
119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 211
[Report No. 119-15]
_______________________________________________________________________
RESOLUTION
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 25)
providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5,
United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue
Service relating to ``Gross Proceeds Reporting by Brokers That
Regularly Provide Services Effectuating Digital Asset Sales'';
providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1156) to amend the CARES
Act to extend the statute of limitations for fraud under certain
unemployment programs, and for other purposes; providing for
consideration of the bill (H.R. 1968) making further continuing
appropriations and other extensions for the fiscal year ending
September 30, 2025, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
_______________________________________________________________________
March 11, 2025
Referred to the House Calendar and ordered to be printed