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A resolution to authorize the installation of appropriate equipment and furniture in the Senate chamber for the impeachment proceedings of Donald John Trump, former President of the United States.

2/18/2022, 5:22 AM

Summary of Bill SRES 39

Bill 117 S.Res. 39 is a resolution that authorizes the installation of necessary equipment and furniture in the Senate chamber for the impeachment proceedings of Donald John Trump, the former President of the United States. This resolution aims to ensure that the Senate chamber is properly equipped to accommodate the proceedings and provide a suitable environment for the trial.

The resolution does not take a stance on the impeachment of Donald Trump, but rather focuses on the logistical aspects of the trial. It authorizes the Senate to install equipment such as cameras, microphones, and recording devices to ensure that the proceedings are properly documented and accessible to the public. Additionally, the resolution allows for the installation of furniture and other necessary items to accommodate the Senators, legal teams, and other individuals involved in the trial.

Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 39 is a procedural resolution that seeks to ensure that the Senate chamber is properly equipped for the impeachment proceedings of Donald Trump. It does not address the merits of the impeachment itself, but rather focuses on the practical aspects of conducting a fair and transparent trial.

Congressional Summary of SRES 39

This resolution requires the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to install appropriate equipment and furniture (e.g., tables and chairs to accommodate managers and counsel) in the Senate chamber for use during the impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump.

Current Status of Bill SRES 39

Bill SRES 39 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 8, 2021. Bill SRES 39 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on February 8, 2021.  Bill SRES 39's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S588; text: CR S578) as of February 8, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 39

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 39

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional operations and organization
- Congressional oversight
- Congressional-executive branch relations
- Government buildings, facilities, and property
- Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
- Members of Congress
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
- Senate
- Sound recording
- U.S. Capitol

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 39

A resolution to authorize the installation of appropriate equipment and furniture in the Senate chamber for the impeachment proceedings of Donald John Trump, former President of the United States.
A resolution to authorize the installation of appropriate equipment and furniture in the Senate chamber for the impeachment proceedings of Donald John Trump, former President of the United States.

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