A resolution providing for the en bloc consideration of military nominations.

3/14/2024, 11:54 AM

This resolution provides for the Senate majority leader, during the 118th Congress, to initiate en bloc consideration of military nominations, not including nominations for the Joint Chiefs of Staff or a commander of a combatant command. Currently, en bloc consideration of military nominations may be initiated only with unanimous consent.
Bill 118 S.Res. 444 is a resolution introduced in the US Senate that pertains to the consideration of military nominations. The resolution calls for en bloc consideration of these nominations, which means that multiple nominations can be considered and voted on together as a group, rather than individually.

This process of en bloc consideration is often used in the Senate to streamline the confirmation process for military nominations, allowing for quicker and more efficient approval of these important positions within the armed forces. By grouping nominations together, the Senate is able to save time and resources while still ensuring that each nominee receives proper consideration.

Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 444 aims to facilitate the confirmation of military nominations through en bloc consideration, ultimately helping to ensure that the US armed forces have the leadership and personnel they need to carry out their important missions effectively.
Congress
118
Number
SRES - 444
Introduced on
2023-10-31
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5

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11/14/2023
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This resolution provides for the Senate majority leader, during the 118th Congress, to initiate en bloc consideration of military nominations, not including nominations for the Joint Chiefs of Staff or a commander of a combatant command. Currently, en bloc consideration of military nominations may be initiated only with unanimous consent.
Bill 118 S.Res. 444 is a resolution introduced in the US Senate that pertains to the consideration of military nominations. The resolution calls for en bloc consideration of these nominations, which means that multiple nominations can be considered and voted on together as a group, rather than individually.

This process of en bloc consideration is often used in the Senate to streamline the confirmation process for military nominations, allowing for quicker and more efficient approval of these important positions within the armed forces. By grouping nominations together, the Senate is able to save time and resources while still ensuring that each nominee receives proper consideration.

Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 444 aims to facilitate the confirmation of military nominations through en bloc consideration, ultimately helping to ensure that the US armed forces have the leadership and personnel they need to carry out their important missions effectively.
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Official Title as IntroducedA resolution providing for the en bloc consideration of military nominations.
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Latest Summary12/20/2023

This resolution provides for the Senate majority leader, during the 118th Congress, to initiate en bloc consideration of military nominations, not including nominations for the Joint Chiefs of Staff or a commander of a combata...
Latest Action11/14/2023
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 247.