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A resolution prohibiting Senators charged with certain criminal offenses from receiving classified information, and for other purposes.
12/15/2023, 4:05 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 446
Bill 118 SRES 446 is a resolution introduced in the US Senate that aims to prevent Senators who have been charged with certain criminal offenses from accessing classified information. The resolution seeks to ensure that individuals facing serious criminal charges do not have access to sensitive national security information that could potentially compromise the safety and security of the United States.
The resolution outlines specific criminal offenses that would disqualify a Senator from receiving classified information, including offenses related to espionage, treason, terrorism, and other serious crimes that pose a threat to national security. It also includes provisions for the removal of Senators who have been charged with these offenses from any committees or positions that involve access to classified information.
In addition to prohibiting Senators charged with certain criminal offenses from accessing classified information, the resolution also includes provisions for other purposes related to national security and the integrity of the US Congress. This includes measures to ensure that Senators who are under investigation for criminal offenses are not able to influence or interfere with ongoing national security matters. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 446 is a measure aimed at safeguarding national security by preventing individuals facing serious criminal charges from accessing classified information. It underscores the importance of maintaining the integrity and security of the US Congress and its members in order to protect the interests of the American people.
The resolution outlines specific criminal offenses that would disqualify a Senator from receiving classified information, including offenses related to espionage, treason, terrorism, and other serious crimes that pose a threat to national security. It also includes provisions for the removal of Senators who have been charged with these offenses from any committees or positions that involve access to classified information.
In addition to prohibiting Senators charged with certain criminal offenses from accessing classified information, the resolution also includes provisions for other purposes related to national security and the integrity of the US Congress. This includes measures to ensure that Senators who are under investigation for criminal offenses are not able to influence or interfere with ongoing national security matters. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 446 is a measure aimed at safeguarding national security by preventing individuals facing serious criminal charges from accessing classified information. It underscores the importance of maintaining the integrity and security of the US Congress and its members in order to protect the interests of the American people.
Congressional Summary of SRES 446
This resolution prohibits Senators charged with crimes of unlawful disclosure of classified information, acting as a foreign agent, or compromising U.S. national security from receiving classified information. Specifically, such Senators may not
- receive any classified information, including information provided to their personal office, to a congressional committee, or through a briefing of Senators;
- serve on congressional committees;
- submit a congressionally directed spending request for legislation; or
- obligate official funds for international travel.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 446
Bill SRES 446 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 2, 2023. Bill SRES 446 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 2, 2023. Bill SRES 446's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (consideration: CR S5342) as of November 2, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 446
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 446
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CongressAlternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 446
A resolution prohibiting Senators charged with certain criminal offenses from receiving classified information, and for other purposes.
A resolution prohibiting Senators charged with certain criminal offenses from receiving classified information, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 446
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