Number: RL32200
Title: Debate, Motions, and Other Actions in the Committee of the Whole
Authors: Bill Heniff, Jr., and Elizabeth Rybicki, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: The House of Representatives resolves into the Committee of the Whole, a parliamentary device designed to allow greater participation by Members in debate, to consider most major measures. Various rules and procedures govern how and when Members can engage in debate, offer amendments, make motions and requests, and take other actions in the Committee of the Whole. In addition, measures considered in the Committee of the Whole typically are subject to conditions governing debate and amendments that are specified by a special rule or a unanimous consent agreement.
Pages: 20
Date: Updated December 8, 2006