A resolution authorizing the taking of a photograph in the Senate Chamber.

12/15/2023, 4:04 PM

This resolution suspends a rule that prohibits the taking of pictures in the Senate Chamber to permit the Senate Photographic Studio to photograph the Senate in actual session on May 2, 2023.

Bill 118 S.Res. 187 is a resolution that authorizes the taking of a photograph in the Senate Chamber. The resolution was introduced in the Senate and aims to allow for the taking of a photograph in the Senate Chamber for official purposes. This resolution does not specify the exact details or restrictions on the photograph, but simply grants permission for it to be taken.

The resolution does not contain any partisan language or specific policy proposals. It is a straightforward authorization for a specific action to take place within the Senate Chamber. The resolution is currently being considered by the Senate and has not yet been voted on.

Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 187 is a simple and non-controversial resolution that seeks to allow for the taking of a photograph in the Senate Chamber for official purposes. It does not contain any major policy implications or changes, and is focused solely on granting permission for this specific action to occur.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 187

Introduced on
2023-05-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/1/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

This resolution suspends a rule that prohibits the taking of pictures in the Senate Chamber to permit the Senate Photographic Studio to photograph the Senate in actual session on May 2, 2023.

Bill 118 S.Res. 187 is a resolution that authorizes the taking of a photograph in the Senate Chamber. The resolution was introduced in the Senate and aims to allow for the taking of a photograph in the Senate Chamber for official purposes. This resolution does not specify the exact details or restrictions on the photograph, but simply grants permission for it to be taken.

The resolution does not contain any partisan language or specific policy proposals. It is a straightforward authorization for a specific action to take place within the Senate Chamber. The resolution is currently being considered by the Senate and has not yet been voted on.

Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 187 is a simple and non-controversial resolution that seeks to allow for the taking of a photograph in the Senate Chamber for official purposes. It does not contain any major policy implications or changes, and is focused solely on granting permission for this specific action to occur.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution authorizing the taking of a photograph in the Senate Chamber.

Policy Areas
Congress

Potential Impact
Legislative rules and procedure
Photography and imaging
Senate
U.S. Capitol

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary6/29/2023

This resolution suspends a rule that prohibits the taking of pictures in the Senate Chamber to permit the Senate Photographic Studio to photograph the Senate in actual session on May 2, 2023.


Latest Action5/1/2023
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1443; text: CR S1443)