Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Government shutdowns are detrimental to the Nation and should not occur.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (30 Jan 2019): On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 249 - 163 (Roll no. 65).
What this bill does
H.Res. 79 expressed the sense of the House of Representatives that government shutdowns are harmful to the nation and should be avoided. The resolution stated that such shutdowns cause damage to federal employees, the public, the economy, and the country's global reputation. It also declared that shutdowns are not an acceptable strategy for resolving policy differences and that Congress should ensure uninterrupted government operations in the future.
The resolution was introduced by Representative Jennifer Wexton. It affected the general operations of the U.S. government, federal employees, federal contractors, and the public who rely on government services. The bill was brought to a vote in the House of Representatives on a motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
This measure ultimately failed. A two-thirds majority was required for the resolution to pass under the suspension of rules. The vote was 249 in favor and 163 against, meaning it did not meet the required threshold and therefore did not pass the House.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that (1) government shutdowns cause substantial damage; (2) shutting down the government is not an acceptable tactic or strategy for resolving differences; and (3) Congress must ensure the continued, uninterrupted operations of the government and its duty to protect and promote the security of the American people.
Timeline
30 Jan 2019
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 249 - 163 (Roll no. 65).
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 79 do?
- H.Res. 79 expressed the sense of the House of Representatives that government shutdowns are harmful to the nation and should be avoided. The resolution stated that such shutdowns cause damage to federal employees, the public, the economy, and the country's global reputation. It also declared that shutdowns are not an acceptable strategy for resolving policy differences and that Congress should ensure uninterrupted government operations in the future. The resolution was introduced by Representative Jennifer Wexton. It affected the general operations of the U.S. government, federal employees, federal contractors, and the public who rely on government services. The bill was brought to a vote in the House of Representatives on a motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. This measure ultimately failed. A two-thirds majority was required for the resolution to pass under the suspension of rules. The vote was 249 in favor and 163 against, meaning it did not meet the required threshold and therefore did not pass the House.
- Has H.Res. 79 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 79. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 79?
- H.Res. 79 was sponsored by Rep. Wexton, Jennifer [D-VA-10] (D-VA), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 79?
- On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 249 - 163 (Roll no. 65). (30 Jan 2019).
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