House Rules for the 119th Congress

What This Bill Does

This resolution sets the operating rules for the U.S. House of Representatives for the 119th Congress. It governs how the chamber will debate, amend, and vote on legislation, along with internal procedures and committee powers.

For ordinary Americans, this matters because House rules shape how quickly Congress can act, how much debate and amendment bills receive, and how much influence leadership and committees have over legislation. Those procedures can affect the pace and direction of action on issues like taxes, spending, immigration, and oversight.

Who This Bill Affects

For the general public, this affects how the House will operate in the 119th Congress, which can influence the speed, openness, and outcome of future legislation. It does not directly change anyone’s rights or benefits on its own, but it can shape what kinds of bills advance and how they are handled.

Latest Status

January 3, 2025

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Will It Pass?

2% estimated chance of becoming law

Pass percentages are estimates and may be inaccurate.

Final Passage Vote

• House PASSED
  215 Yea · 209 Nay · 51% yea
  2025-01-03 · Roll 5