Speech #600024813

Mr. Speaker. there is no doubt about the fact that the Committee on Rules has jurisdiction over the question of referring matters of business to committees. whether those committees be standing committees of the House or special committees to be selected by the Speaker. There is no doubt about the fact that it would have jurisdiction in a proper case to refer this matter to a committee consisting not altogether. or indeed at all. of Members of the House. Now if that be the case. then it follows thaf if this resolution had named the men who constitute this commission as a committee to whom this matter should be referred. then it would be in order. Now then. what is the difference between naming the men and using the designation "members of the Immigration Commission?" The Committee on Rules has absolute jurisdiction over the order of business. and the reference of business to committees and to special committees. as well as standing committees.