Number: RS20308
Title: House Committee Markups: Commonly Used Motions and Requests
Authors: Judy Schneider, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: House committee markups generally are held to consider legislation. During a markup, committees follow House rules and their individual committee rules to ensure proper parliamentary procedure. This report identifies motions commonly used and requests frequently heard during a markup.
Pages: 5
Date: December 8, 2006