Suspension. Reported by a vote of 8 yeas and 4 nays
Rules Resource for Suspension Authority for BBA
Type of Rule
Amendments
No amendments were made in order.
Other Elements of the Rule
- Authorizes the Speaker to entertain motions to suspend the rules through the legislative day of Friday, November, 18 2011, relating to H.J. Res. 2, proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
- Extends debate on such a motion for five hours.
- Provides that the Chair may postpone further consideration of such a motion to a time designated by the Speaker.
- Floor Managers: Nugent/Hastings
Floor Action Expected
The rule and the bill are expected to be debated on the floor: Later this week.