Authorizing the Speaker of the House of Representatives to initiate or intervene in civil actions on behalf of the House of Representatives regarding section 213 of title II of division C of the Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act, 2026.
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Latest Action · November 19, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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.
H.Res. 892 authorizes the Speaker of the House to file or join lawsuits challenging provisions in the 2026 appropriations law that provide financial awards to Senate members, arguing these awards violate the 27th Amendment's requirement that changes to congressional compensation cannot take effect until after a new election occurs. The resolution directs the House General Counsel to represent the chamber in any litigation, permits the use of outside lawyers and experts, and requires the Speaker to notify Congress and keep it updated on legal developments. If courts rule the Senate provision unconstitutional, the Speaker is authorized to demand that the Senate reimburse the House for all litigation costs, including legal fees and administrative expenses. The resolution also requires quarterly reporting to Congress of any outside counsel fees incurred during the lawsuit.
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