The resolution would authorize the Speaker of the House to start or join a federal court case on behalf of the House. The case would argue that section 213 of a 2026 appropriations act violates the 27th Amendment. The Speaker would have to notify the House and keep it informed. House counsel could hire outside lawyers and experts. If a court found section 213 unconstitutional, the Speaker could total the House’s case-related costs and ask the Senate to repay them.
The resolution concerns a possible court challenge between parts of Congress. It does not describe a direct change to services or benefits for the public.
The resolution allows spending on outside lawyers and experts but does not state an amount. No publicly available information about actual costs.
The resolution’s findings say section 213 provides financial awards to senators and may change their compensation in a way that conflicts with the 27th Amendment.
No publicly available information.