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H.Res. 1182 · 119th Congress

Expressing support for rural communities across the United States as stewards of the environment, major suppliers of United States energy resources, critical providers of food production and manufacturing capacity, and drivers of national economic stability, and recognizing the work of the House of Representatives in the 119th Congress in support of those vital communities.

Passed HouseCommerce
IntroducedApr 16, 2026
Passed HouseApr 22, 2026

Where it stands

Passed House. Latest step, Apr 22, 2026: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. The House passed it 220–196.

What it does

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This resolution states that the House of Representatives has demonstrated support for U.S. prosperity and economic growth, especially in rural communities, through policies related to energy, health care, manufacturing, and broadband connectivity.

Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Introduced in House, Apr 16, 2026).

Our plain-language breakdown, with what it means for you and the case for and against, is written once a bill starts to move.

What has happened

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  1. Apr 22, 2026Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.House floor actions
  2. Apr 22, 2026On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 196, 2 Present (Roll no. 132). (text: CR H3052-3053) Roll call recordHouse floor actions
  3. Apr 22, 2026Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 196, 2 Present (Roll no. 132). (text: CR H3052-3053) Roll call recordLibrary of Congress
  4. Apr 22, 2026Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3061-3062)House floor actions
  5. Apr 22, 2026POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 1182, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the resolution and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Pallone demanded the yeas and nays and Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.House floor actions
  6. Apr 22, 2026The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.House floor actions
  7. Apr 22, 2026DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1182.House floor actions
  8. Apr 22, 2026Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4690, H. Res. 1182, H.R. 1897 and H.R. 5587. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4690, H. Res. 1182, H.R. 1897, and H.R. 5587 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 4690, H.R. 1897, and H.R. 5587.House floor actions
  9. Apr 22, 2026Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1189. (consideration: CR H3052-3057)House floor actions
  10. Apr 20, 2026Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1189 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4690, H. Res. 1182, H.R. 1897 and H.R. 5587. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4690, H. Res. 1182, H.R. 1897, and H.R. 5587 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 4690, H.R. 1897, and H.R. 5587.House floor actions
  11. Apr 16, 2026Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.House floor actions
  12. Apr 16, 2026Submitted in HouseHouse floor actions
  13. Apr 16, 2026Submitted in HouseLibrary of Congress

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Recorded votes

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  1. Apr 22, 2026 · HousePassed 220–196
    On Agreeing to the Resolution · needed a majority
    R 212 yes, 0 noI 1 yes, 0 noD 7 yes, 196 noEach member · Record