Bill Summary
The resolution outlines the process for the House of Representatives to consider Joint Resolution H.J. Res. 73, which pertains to a national emergency declared by the President on February 1, 2025. It stipulates that upon the resolution's adoption, the House will immediately move to consider H.J. Res. 73 without any points of order against its consideration or provisions. The resolution allows for one hour of debate, split equally between the majority and minority leaders of the Foreign Affairs Committee. Additionally, it permits one motion to recommit the joint resolution. Specific House rules that could impede the consideration of the resolution are waived. Finally, it requires that the Clerk of the House send a message to the Senate confirming the passage of H.J. Res. 73 within one week after it is approved by the House.
Possible Impacts
Here are three examples of how the resolution regarding the consideration of H. J. Res. 73 could affect people:
1. **Impact on National Security and Emergency Response:**
If the joint resolution (H. J. Res. 73) relates to a national emergency declared by the President, its passage could have immediate implications for national security. For instance, it could authorize specific actions or allocate resources to address the emergency, potentially affecting the safety and security of citizens. People may experience changes in law enforcement presence, emergency services, or public health measures depending on the nature of the emergency.
2. **Political and Civil Liberties:**
The resolution's passage without the usual points of order means that the legislative process is expedited, which could limit public debate and scrutiny. This might lead to concerns about the potential for overreach in governmental powers during emergencies. Citizens could feel their civil liberties are at risk if the legislation grants the government broader authority to respond to the emergency, impacting their rights and freedoms.
3. **Economic Consequences:**
The measures proposed in H. J. Res. 73, depending on the nature of the emergency, could have significant economic implications. For instance, if the resolution authorizes spending or regulatory changes, it could affect businesses, job markets, and public services. People might face job losses, changes in access to goods and services, or shifts in economic stability based on the government's response to the declared emergency.
[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 393 Introduced in House (IH)]
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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 393
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H. J. Res. 73)
relating to a national emergency by the President on February 1, 2025.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
May 6, 2025
Mr. Stanton submitted the following resolution; which was referred to
the Committee on Rules
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RESOLUTION
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H. J. Res. 73)
relating to a national emergency by the President on February 1, 2025.
Resolved, That immediately upon adoption of this resolution, the
House shall proceed to the consideration in the House of the joint
resolution (H. J. Res. 73) relating to a national emergency by the
President on February 1, 2025. 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 Foreign Affairs or their respective
designees; and (2) one motion to recommit.
Sec. 2. Clause 1(c) of rule XIX and clause 8 of rule XX shall not
apply to the consideration of H. J. Res. 73.
Sec. 3. The Clerk shall transmit to the Senate a message that the
House has passed H. J. Res. 73 no later than one week after passage.
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