Rules Resource for H. J. Res. 68 & H.R. 2278 - Resolutions on Libya
Summary
H. J. Res. 68: Authorizes the limited use of the U.S. Armed Forces in Support of the NATO mission in Libya.
H.R. 2278: Limits the funding appropriated to the Department of Defense for U.S. Armed Forces in support of the NATO Operation Unified Protector with respect to Libya, unless otherwise specifically authorized by law.
Type of Rule
Closed (prohibiting amendments) rule for consideration of both measures. Reported by a vote of 7 yeas and 3 nays.
Amendments
No amendments were submitted or made in order.
Other Elements of the Rule
- Debate Time: For H. J. Res. 68 the rule provides one hour of debate with 40 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Foreign Affairs and 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Armed Services. The rule also provides one hour of debate on H.R. 2278 equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Armed Services.
- Provides a motion to recommit for each measure.
- Floor Managers: Woodall/Slaughter
Floor Action Expected
The rule and the measures are expected to be debated on the floor: Tomorrow 6/24