Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR712

Caption

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4365) making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1130) to repeal restrictions on the export and import of natural gas; and providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 684) condemning the actions of Governor of New Mexico, Michelle Lujan Grisham, for subverting the Second Amendment to the Constitution and depriving the citizens of New Mexico of their right to bear arms.

Impact

By facilitating the consideration of appropriations for the Department of Defense, HR712 emphasizes the importance of providing necessary resources for national security. This can lead to significant impacts on local and state economies that support military installations and defense contracts. The proposed repeal of import/export restrictions on natural gas may have implications for energy supply chains and trade relations, affecting both domestic energy markets and international partnerships.

Summary

HR712 is a resolution that outlines the procedures for considering several bills, notably H.R. 4365 which pertains to making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and H.R. 1130, aimed at repealing restrictions on the export and import of natural gas. It facilitates debates and amendments specific to these bills while waiving points of order against their provisions. This push is part of a wider legislative agenda to address funding for defense and manage energy exports effectively.

Contention

There is potential for contention surrounding the inclusion of the resolution condemning the actions of New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham regarding the Second Amendment, suggesting heightened tensions around states' rights and federal oversight on individual liberties. The resolution reflects a polarized political landscape where issues of gun rights and federal authority are being debated, likely inciting strong reactions from various groups both in support and opposition to the bill.

Companion Bills

US HB1130

Related Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2023

US HB4365

Related Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2024

US HR684

Related Condemning the actions of Governor of New Mexico, Michelle Lujan Grisham, for subverting the Second Amendment to the Constitution and depriving the citizens of New Mexico of their right to bear arms.

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