Stay on Schedule (S.O.S.) Resolution

The Stay on Schedule (S.O.S.) Resolution (HRES 12) would amend House rules to require all regular annual spending bills for the next fiscal year (starting October 1) to be approved by July 31. If not passed by that date, the House cannot schedule a recess during August. This procedural change directly affects the House calendar by linking the August recess to the completion of the budget process. It ensures budget-related legislation is finalized before the summer break, without altering substantive spending levels.