Rules Committee Hearing H.R. 7008, H.R. 6959, H.R. 8884, H.R. 8800, H.R. 9770 , H. Con. Res. 113

The House Rules Committee convened on July 20, 2026, to consider several legislative measures including H.R. 7008 (Stop Insider Trading Act), H.R. 6955 (Main Street Capital Access Act), H.R. 8884 (Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act), H.R. 8800 (National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027), H.R. 9770 (Continuing Appropriations Act 2027), and H. Con. Res. 113 (Budget Resolution for Fiscal Year 2027). Key procurement-related discussions focused on budget allocations and appropriations, including a continuing resolution to fund the federal government through December 4, 2026, and a reconciliation package proposing nearly $95 billion in new deficit spending without offsets. The committee debated regulatory reforms aimed at community banks to spur local lending and reduce compliance burdens, with concerns raised about potential deregulation risks. The Stop Insider Trading Act was discussed extensively, with debate over its effectiveness in banning stock trading by members of Congress, and its combination with a voter ID bill that would impose photo ID requirements nationwide. Several amendments related to funding priorities, veterans benefits, election integrity, and fiscal responsibility were proposed and voted on, with many failing to pass. The committee also addressed the need for bipartisan cooperation to avoid government shutdowns and ensure timely appropriations. Motions were made to grant structured and closed rules for the consideration of these bills, with detailed provisions on debate time, amendment processes, and points of order waived. Overall, the meeting highlighted significant budgetary and legislative activity with implications for federal spending, financial regulation, election policy, and government operations.