Rules Committee Hearing H.R 7567, H.R. 2616, S.Con. Res. 33, S. 1318 Part II

This transcript captures a House Rules Committee hearing held on April 28, 2026, focused primarily on setting the terms for consideration of several bills, including the farm bill (H.R. 7567), budget resolutions, and intelligence legislation. The committee debated numerous amendments related to agriculture, nutrition assistance programs (such as SNAP), Department of Homeland Security funding, and intelligence oversight under FISA. A significant portion of the discussion centered on the process of amendment inclusion, with many members expressing frustration over the large number of blocked amendments—both Democratic and Republican—and the perceived lack of bipartisanship in the committee's handling of amendments. Several amendments proposing funding allocations, program reinstatements, and policy changes were offered but mostly rejected. Notably, there was debate over the fiscal impact of certain provisions, such as the ethanol bill and SNAP cuts, with concerns about unfunded mandates and budget offsets. Votes were taken on multiple amendments, with most failing to pass. The committee also discussed procedural motions related to the Department of Homeland Security funding amid a government shutdown. The meeting concluded with a motion to report the rule, which passed, setting the stage for floor consideration of the farm bill and related measures. Overall, the hearing highlighted contentious negotiations over budget priorities, program funding, and legislative process control within the House Rules Committee.