To amend the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 to modify the rules with respect to the consideration in the House of Representatives of any resolution providing for an adjournment period of more than three calendar days until the House of Representatives has approved annual appropriation bills, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · June 26, 2024
Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
The Do Our Job Act modifies congressional budget rules to require the House of Representatives to pass annual appropriation bills before taking extended breaks. Under current law, the House cannot adjourn for more than three days in July without completing appropriations; this bill extends that restriction through December 31st and also prevents the House from holding only pro forma sessions (minimal sessions that don't conduct real business) for more than seven days during that period. The legislation affects the House of Representatives and its scheduling procedures, making it harder for lawmakers to take long recesses without completing their annual spending responsibilities. The bill includes enforcement mechanisms that prevent rules from waiving these requirements and establish a formal process for challenging any attempts to circumvent the restrictions. No specific funding is authorized in this legislation, as it is a procedural measure designed to ensure Congress completes its core budgeting duties before extended adjournments.
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