Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1181) to prohibit payment card networks and covered entities from requiring the use of or assigning merchant category codes that distinguish a firearms retailer from general-merchandise retailer or sporting-goods retailer, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9022) making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8595) making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9237) to amend titles 10 and 38, United States Code, and other Federal laws, to improve benefits for veterans and the administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Overview
This resolution allows the House to consider several bills related to government funding and veterans’ benefits. Specifically, it outlines procedures for debating and amending appropriations bills (H.R. 9022 and H.R. 8595) and a bill to amend laws related to veterans’ benefits (H.R. 9237). It also addresses a proposal to prohibit payment card networks from distinguishing between firearms and other retailers.
Key provisions
- The House will consider H.R. 1181, which prohibits payment card networks from distinguishing between firearms retailers and other retailers.
- The House will consider H.R. 9022, an appropriations bill for energy and water development.
- The House will consider H.R. 8595, an appropriations bill for national security and related programs.
- The House will consider H.R. 9237, a bill to amend laws to improve veterans’ benefits.
- Specific rules govern debate and amendment procedures for each bill, including time limits and restrictions on amendments.
- Pro forma amendments are permitted during consideration of H.R. 9022 and H.R. 8595.
- Points of order against consideration of the bills are waived.
Who is affected
- Gun retailers
- Payment card networks
- Veterans
- Department of Veterans Affairs
- Federal taxpayers (due to appropriations bills)
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