Legislative Activity

This resolution establishes the expedited procedural rules for the House of Representatives to consider and vote on several key items. It specifically fast-tracks the disapproval of two Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (CFPB) rules concerning overdraft lending and digital payments. Additionally, it sets the debate structure for bills limiting injunctive relief in federal courts and requiring proof of U.S. citizenship for federal voter registration.

This resolution establishes the expedited procedural path for the House to consider and vote on three separate items. It sets up fast-track consideration for disapproving two Department of Energy rules regarding energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers/freezers and commercial refrigeration units. Additionally, it provides the rules for swiftly debating and voting on a bill to strengthen disclosure requirements for foreign gifts and contracts at institutions of higher education.

The "Protecting Life in Foreign Assistance Act" restricts federal funds from being used by foreign and domestic organizations that perform or promote abortions, furnish abortion-related items, or support entities that do so. This includes barring funds for referrals, counseling, lobbying, and training related to abortions. The restrictions do not apply to abortions in cases of rape, incest, or when the mother's life is at risk.

This bill allocates $8,544,397.95 for the Committee on Rules' expenses in the 119th Congress, divided equally between the first and second sessions. Payments must be made through vouchers approved by the Chairman and the House Administration Committee. All funds are subject to the regulations set by the House Administration Committee.

The "Qualified Immunity Act of 2025" codifies qualified immunity for law enforcement officers, protecting them from liability unless the violated right was clearly established, or no reasonable officer would have known their conduct was unlawful. It also protects employing agencies and local governments from liability if the officer acted within their employment scope. This act aims to balance accountability with the need to protect officers from harassment and liability when performing duties reasonably. The changes will take effect 180 days after enactment.

The "Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act" prohibits the Secretary from providing Title X funding to any entity that performs abortions or provides funds to other entities that perform abortions, with exceptions only for abortions resulting from rape, incest, or to save the woman's life. It requires the Secretary to submit an annual report to Congress with a list of all entities receiving Title X grants. The report must include the number of abortions performed under the exceptions, the date of the latest certification for each entity receiving a Title X grant, and a list of each entity to which a Title X grantee makes funds available.

The "Grant Integrity and Border Security Act" mandates that applicants for federal grants must certify they have not, are not, and will not violate laws against bringing in or harboring undocumented immigrants. The Act allows federal agencies to withhold funds from grantees found in violation of immigration laws. It also requires the Attorney General to provide information on individuals convicted or suspected of violating these laws.