AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Jul 22, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 15, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- This is a procedural resolution that sets terms for House floor consideration of H.R. 185
- H.R. 185 is described in its title as legislation 'to advance responsible policies'
- The resolution was submitted to the House on July 15, 2026
- The resolution was referred to the House Committee on Rules on July 15, 2026
- A discharge petition was filed on August 31, 2026 by Mr. Massie to attempt to bring the resolution to the House floor
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The official summary provides no details about what substantive provisions H.R. 185 contains or what policy areas it addresses
- The resolution itself is procedural in nature and does not create policy; it only governs how the House will debate and vote on H.R. 185
- No effects of either the resolution or H.R. 185 are documented in the supplied materials
- The discharge petition indicates the resolution has not yet been approved by the Rules Committee
03 — The Path
Now what?
- The resolution remained in the House Committee on Rules as of the most recent action date
- A discharge petition with 27 signatures was filed on August 31, 2026, seeking to bypass the Rules Committee
- No subsequent action after the discharge petition filing is documented in the supplied materials
Legislative History
Actions.
- Aug 31, 2026 — Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Massie. Petition No: 119-27. (<a href="https://clerk.house.gov/DischargePetition/2026083127">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)
- Jul 15, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
- Jul 15, 2026 — Submitted in House
- Jul 15, 2026 — Submitted in House