H.R. 1947 and H.R. 1797

Summary

H.R. 1947: Provides for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2018. 

H.R. 1797: Amends title 18, United States Code, to protect pain-capable unborn children in the United States.

Type of Rule

The rule provides General Debate for H.R. 1947 and a Closed rule for consideration of H.R. 1797. Reported by voice vote. 

Other Elements of the Rule

Debate Time - H.R. 1947: Provides one hour of general debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Agriculture.

Debate Time - H.R. 1797: Provides one hour of general debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary.

Provides one motion to recommit with or without instructions.  

Floor managers: Foxx/Slaughter

Floor Action Expected

The rule and the bills will be considered on the floor: June 18-20, 2013.