HRES 722HR 5371HRES 719119th CongressIn Committee

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5371) making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 719) honoring the life and legacy of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk; and for other purposes.

Introduced: Sep 16, 2025

Economy & Taxes

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H.Res. 722 is a House resolution that sets the rules for fast-tracking two measures: H.R. 5371, a bill to provide continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and H.Res. 719, a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Charles “Charlie” James Kirk. The resolution waives typical points of order and limits floor debate to expedite consideration, effectively allowing the House to move quickly to a final vote on both measures. It also amends a date in a prior resolution (H.Res. 707) by changing March 31, 2026, to January 31, 2026. In short, it is a procedural tool to streamline and accelerate the handling of these two items on the House floor.

Key Points

1Sets the order of consideration for H.R. 5371 and waives points of order against its consideration and provisions; allows the bill to be read and moves to final passage with limited debate and one motion to recommit.
2Sets the order of consideration for H.Res. 719 (honoring Charles “Charlie” James Kirk) and waives points of order against its consideration; provides for one hour of debate.
3The “previous question” is to be considered as ordered to adoption for both measures, effectively limiting procedural delays and opportunities for filibusters or signals of opposition on the floor.
4Section 3 of H.Res. 722 amends Sections 9, 10, and 11 of H.Res. 707 (agreed to Sept. 16, 2025) by changing the target date from March 31, 2026 to January 31, 2026.
5The resolution states that the bill shall be considered as read and that all points of order against provisions in the bill are waived, further accelerating floor action.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Members and staff of the U.S. House of Representatives, particularly those on the Appropriations Committee, as well as lawmakers voting on H.R. 5371 and H.Res. 719.Secondary group/area affected: Federal agencies and programs that rely on FY 2026 funding, since H.R. 5371 would provide continuing appropriations; contractors and grantees depending on ongoing federal funding may experience timing implications.Additional impacts: By waiving points of order and limiting debate, the resolution reduces procedural hurdles and could influence transparency and deliberation. The date adjustment in H.Res. 707 could affect deadlines or scheduling for related legislative actions and appropriations timelines.

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