Analyst Brief February 10, 2026

H.RES. 1042 — Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 2189, H.R. 261, H.R. 3617)

Current Status

In Progress

Self-Executing Amendment Detected

The rule automatically deems the amendment recommended by the Committee on the Judiciary (for H.R. 2189) and the Committee on Natural Resources (for H.R. 261) and the Committee on Energy and Commerce (for H.R. 3617) as passed upon adoption of this resolution, denying a separate vote on those amendments. This is a highly unusual and restrictive procedure.

Rule Type
MODIFIED CLOSED
Debate Time
1 Hour for each bill
Amendments
None, self-executing amendment

Procedural Analysis

  • The self-executing amendment severely limits the ability of members to offer alternative amendments.
  • The waiver of all points of order could allow for the consideration of provisions that would otherwise violate House rules, including budget rules.