@RepThomasMassie Bayer is a part of a monopoly system that is destroying small farmers! They aren’t just killing the general public for profit, they are making the American people pay for it!
Sounds like Massey is looking out for us and the constitution! Grok points out:
Why It Was Used Here (Context for February 2026)
This provision was included in the rule for H. Res. 1042 to extend protections through at least July 31, 2026 (building on earlier similar language from 2025). It related to a national emergency declaration from February 1, 2025, used to impose tariffs (e.g., on imports from Canada, Mexico, China under IEEPA). Tariff supporters in the majority wanted to avoid forced votes on termination resolutions that could challenge or repeal those tariffs, especially amid political sensitivity or narrow majorities.
Critics (including Rep. Thomas Massie and some fiscal/conservative groups) called it a gimmick or evasion of congressional oversight, arguing it undermines the NEA’s checks on executive power by redefining statutory time in a self-serving way. Supporters viewed it as a legitimate use of House rulemaking authority to manage floor business and protect policy priorities.
In short: It’s a House rule tweak declaring that ordinary days don’t count as calendar days under a specific law, delaying or blocking expedited votes on ending presidential emergencies (like those enabling tariffs). This is why it drew opposition from procedural watchdogs and Members like Massie, who voted against the resolution partly over this clause. For the exact text in H. Res. 1042 or updates, check https://t.co/jkF7wkHCSE or the House Clerk’s site.