HRES-1057 : Still Just a Bill

H. Res. 1057 is a procedural resolution from the Committee on Rules that establishes the terms for the U.S. House of Representatives to consider several bills. This resolution sets the framework for debate and voting, including waiving certain parliamentary objections and specifying amendments to be considered.

Specifically, this resolution provides for the consideration of the following legislation:

• S. 1383: A bill to establish the Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access, aimed at advising on matters related to equal access to benefits and services for all veterans.
• H.R. 2189: A bill to modernize Federal firearms laws, accounting for advancements in technology and including provisions related to less-than-lethal weapons.
• H.R. 261: A bill to amend the National Marine Sanctuaries Act, specifically to prohibit requiring new authorizations for undersea fiber optic cable activities in national marine sanctuaries if those activities have already been authorized by another Federal or State agency.
• H.R. 3617: A bill to amend the Department of Energy Organization Act, with the purpose of securing the supply of critical energy resources, including essential minerals and other materials.

Additionally, the resolution includes a waiver of a House rule to allow for the same-day consideration of certain resolutions related to continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, through February 13, 2026.