The House of Representatives is scheduled to meet Thursday, May 14, to consider several key pieces of legislation, including a resolution on military action in Iran and appropriations for the Department of Veterans Affairs. The session will begin with morning hour at 10:00 a.m., followed by legislative business at noon, with votes expected around 4:00 p.m.
Among the bills slated for consideration is H. Con. Res. 75, sponsored by Rep. Gottheimer, which directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran, pursuant to the War Powers Resolution. Additionally, the House will begin consideration of H.R. 8469, introduced by Rep. Carter (TX), which proposes appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027.
Other legislation on the agenda includes H.R. 5625, the Cashless Bail Reporting Act by Rep. Harris (NC), H.R. 6260, the Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act by Rep. Fitzgerald, and H.R. 8365, the Monitor Accountability Act by Rep. Biggs (AZ), all originating from the Judiciary Committee.