HR 5459119th CongressIn Committee

To amend the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946 to adjust the timing of the Congressional summer adjournment, and other purposes.

Introduced: Sep 18, 2025

Sponsor: Rep. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27] (R-Texas)

Economy & Taxes

Standard Summary

Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs

This bill modifies the Congressional summer recess schedule by moving it earlier in the year. Specifically, it changes the timing of Congress's summer adjournment from the current period (ending July 31 and resuming after Labor Day in September) to an earlier schedule (ending June 30 and resuming the first Monday in August). The changes would take effect at the start of the second session of the 119th Congress, which would be in January 2026.

Key Points

1Moves the end of the Congressional session before summer recess from July 31 to June 30, requiring Congress to adjourn one month earlier
2Changes the return date from the day after Labor Day (typically early September) to the first Monday in August, shortening the summer break by approximately one month
3Amends Section 132 of the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946, which currently governs Congressional adjournment schedules
4The effective date is set for when the second session of the 119th Congress convenes (January 2026)
5Would result in Congress being in session for more time during the late summer/early fall period

Impact Areas

Congressional Operations: Changes the work schedule and calendar for all members of Congress and their staffLegislative Productivity: Could potentially increase the amount of time Congress has to conduct business during the traditional campaign season before electionsCampaign Activities: May affect how members of Congress balance legislative duties with campaign activities during election years, as they would return to Washington earlier in the fallCongressional Staff and Support Services: Would require adjustments to scheduling for all support operations, including Capitol Police, administrative staff, and other services

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