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US HRes375

US HRes375
Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 627) to establish the Commission on Freedom of Information Act Processing Delays, and for other purposes.


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Introduced Session

112th Congress

Bill Summary

Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (S. 627) to establish the Commission on Freedom of Information Act Processing Delays.

AI Summary

This Resolution sets the rules for how the House of Representatives will consider a bill, specifically S. 627, which aims to create a Commission on Freedom of Information Act Processing Delays. The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a law that gives the public the right to request access to records from any federal agency. This resolution waives any procedural objections that might prevent the bill from being considered, adopts a modified version of the bill as the official text, and limits debate to two hours, with specific time allocations for different committees. It also allows for one final motion to send the bill back to committee. Additionally, the resolution outlines procedures for how the House will operate during certain periods, including how it will adjourn and resume business, and how legislative business will be handled.

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Last Action

On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 238 - 186 (Roll no. 663). (text: CR H5678-5679) (on 07/28/2011)

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