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A resolution authorizing the taking of a photograph in the Chamber of the United States Senate.
2/18/2022, 5:18 AM
Summary of Bill SRES 15
Bill 117 S.Res. 15 is a resolution that authorizes the taking of a photograph in the Chamber of the United States Senate. The resolution was introduced by Senator Roy Blunt on January 25, 2021. The purpose of the resolution is to allow for a photograph to be taken in the Senate Chamber to commemorate the historic events that have taken place there.
The resolution specifies that the photograph will be taken by a professional photographer selected by the Senate Sergeant at Arms. The photograph will include all members of the Senate who wish to participate, as well as the Senate leadership and other key personnel. The resolution also states that the photograph will be taken at a time and date determined by the Senate leadership.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of preserving the history and traditions of the Senate, and recognizes the significance of the Chamber as a symbol of democracy and the legislative process. It also acknowledges the importance of documenting and commemorating the work of the Senate for future generations. Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 15 is a non-controversial resolution that seeks to allow for a photograph to be taken in the Senate Chamber to celebrate and honor the history and traditions of the United States Senate.
The resolution specifies that the photograph will be taken by a professional photographer selected by the Senate Sergeant at Arms. The photograph will include all members of the Senate who wish to participate, as well as the Senate leadership and other key personnel. The resolution also states that the photograph will be taken at a time and date determined by the Senate leadership.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of preserving the history and traditions of the Senate, and recognizes the significance of the Chamber as a symbol of democracy and the legislative process. It also acknowledges the importance of documenting and commemorating the work of the Senate for future generations. Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 15 is a non-controversial resolution that seeks to allow for a photograph to be taken in the Senate Chamber to celebrate and honor the history and traditions of the United States Senate.
Congressional Summary of SRES 15
This resolution suspends Senate rules prohibiting the taking of pictures in the Senate Chamber to permit the taking of an official photograph of the swearing in of Members of the Senate for the impeachment trial of former President Donald J. Trump on January 26, 2021.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 15
Bill SRES 15 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 25, 2021. Bill SRES 15 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on January 25, 2021.  Bill SRES 15's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S125; text: CR S130) as of January 25, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 15
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 15
Primary Policy Focus
CongressPotential Impact Areas
- Government buildings, facilities, and property
- Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
- Legislative rules and procedure
- Members of Congress
- Photography and imaging
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
- Senate
- U.S. Capitol
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 15
A resolution authorizing the taking of a photograph in the Chamber of the United States Senate.
A resolution authorizing the taking of a photograph in the Chamber of the United States Senate.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 15
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