Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 185) to advance responsible policies.

House Votes

This resolution sets a guardrail for future budget “fast-track” bills. It says Congress cannot use the sped-up reconciliation process to pass any bill that cuts Medicaid enrollment or benefits, or that reduces who can get SNAP (food stamps) or the benefits they receive. This rule applies in both the House and the Senate and lasts until January 20, 2029 . It also clears the way for the House to consider a related bill, H.R. 185 .

Key points:

• Who is affected: People who use Medicaid or SNAP, and lawmakers writing budget bills .
• What changes: Fast-track budget bills cannot include cuts to Medicaid or SNAP eligibility or benefits .
• When: The protection lasts through January 20, 2029 .