Michael Burgess: “Last night the Rules Committee met and reported a rule, House Resolution 75, providing for the consideration of four…”

“Last night the Rules Committee met and reported a rule, House Resolution 75, providing for the consideration of four measures: H.J. Res. 7, H.R. 139, H.R. 382, and H.R. 497. The rule provides for consideration of all four measures under closed rules, with 1 hour of debate each equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the committees of jurisdiction or their designees. The rule provides one motion to recommit for each measure. Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of this rule and in support of the underlying bills. Today, the Republican majority begins the long process of reversing the policy failures of President Biden and the previous Democratic majority. Madam Speaker, Republicans last week demonstrated that Republicans are committed to governing for the American people. Toward that end, Madam Speaker, House Republicans have had one of the most productive legislative weeks in recent memory. Our new governing majority has demonstrated that it is no longer a closed shop, which was business as usual in a Democratic House in the last Congress. Instead of a lethargic Congress, Republicans, in only 3 short weeks, have set a precedent that I hope subsequent Members will emulate. The new Republican majority is eager to begin the important work that America has sent us here to do. Instead of legislating for the few at the expense of the many, Republicans are making good on our commitment to America.…”