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H.Res. 1360 proposes changes to the House of Representatives' internal rules to ensure that lawmakers and the public have more time to review legislation before it is voted on. The resolution would require the full text of bills, committee reports, and conference agreements to be posted online in a searchable format for at least 72 hours before they can be considered on the House floor. Additionally, it mandates a 24-hour online posting period for amendments and requires that committee-level work also meets these transparency standards.
For everyday citizens, this bill aims to prevent "last-minute" voting on lengthy or complex legislation that has not been fully vetted by the public or rank-and-file members of Congress. By requiring that all legislative text be available on a public website for three days prior to a vote, the resolution is intended to provide voters and advocacy groups more time to read, analyze, and contact their representatives regarding pending laws.
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