A resolution authorizing the printing of a collection of the rules of the committees of the Senate.

3/12/2024, 11:26 AM

Summary of Bill SRES 262

Bill 118 S.Res. 262 is a resolution that authorizes the printing of a collection of the rules of the committees of the Senate. This bill aims to compile and publish the rules that govern the various committees within the Senate, providing a comprehensive resource for Senators, staff, and the public to understand the procedures and guidelines that each committee follows.

The collection of rules will include information on how each committee operates, including its jurisdiction, membership, meeting procedures, and rules for conducting hearings and markups. By making this information readily available, the Senate aims to promote transparency and accountability in the legislative process, ensuring that all stakeholders have access to the rules that govern the work of Senate committees.

This resolution is a procedural measure that does not involve any substantive changes to existing rules or regulations. Instead, it simply authorizes the printing and distribution of the collection of committee rules. The bill does not appropriate any funds for this purpose, as the cost of printing and distributing the collection will be covered by existing Senate resources. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 262 is a straightforward resolution that aims to enhance transparency and accessibility in the Senate by compiling and publishing the rules of the committees. This measure is non-controversial and is likely to receive bipartisan support in Congress.

Congressional Summary of SRES 262


This resolution authorizes the printing of a collection of the rules of the Senate committees.

Current Status of Bill SRES 262

Bill SRES 262 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 21, 2023. Bill SRES 262 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 21, 2023.  Bill SRES 262's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2192; text: CR S2190) as of June 21, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 262

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 262

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional committeesLegislative rules and procedureSenateSenate Committee on Rules and Administration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 262

A resolution authorizing the printing of a collection of the rules of the committees of the Senate.A resolution authorizing the printing of a collection of the rules of the committees of the Senate.
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