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This Resolution, titled "Providing for the consideration of legislation to reopen the Government," outlines the process for the House of Representatives to debate and vote on H.R. 1164, the "Government Shutdown Prevention Act," which aims to end a government shutdown. It waives all procedural objections that would normally prevent the bill from being considered or amended, allowing for immediate debate and voting. The resolution permits one hour of debate on the bill itself, equally divided between the majority and minority parties' Appropriations Committee leaders. It also allows for a specific amendment, a "continuing resolution" (a temporary funding measure) through November 15, 2013, to be offered by Representative Van Hollen or his designee, which would also have a limited debate period. Finally, it allows for one final procedural move to send the bill back to committee, with or without instructions, before a final vote. If the continuing resolution amendment fails, the bill will be sent back to the Appropriations Committee.