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A resolution to make effective appointment of Deputy Senate Legal Counsel.

12/15/2023, 4:04 PM

Summary of Bill SRES 9

Bill 118 S.Res. 9 is a resolution introduced in the US Senate to address the appointment of the Deputy Senate Legal Counsel. The purpose of this resolution is to ensure that the appointment process for this important position is carried out effectively and in accordance with established procedures.

The Deputy Senate Legal Counsel plays a crucial role in providing legal advice and support to the Senate and its members. It is essential that this position be filled by a qualified individual who is capable of carrying out the duties of the office effectively.

The resolution outlines the process by which the Deputy Senate Legal Counsel will be appointed, including the nomination of candidates by the Senate Legal Counsel and the confirmation of the appointment by the Senate. It also specifies the qualifications that candidates must possess in order to be considered for the position. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 9 seeks to ensure that the appointment of the Deputy Senate Legal Counsel is conducted in a transparent and fair manner, in order to uphold the integrity and effectiveness of the legal counsel's office within the Senate.

Congressional Summary of SRES 9

This resolution makes the President pro tempore's appointment of Patricia Mack Bryan as Deputy Senate Legal Counsel effective January 3, 2023, for a term of service to expire at the end of the 119th Congress.

Current Status of Bill SRES 9

Bill SRES 9 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2023. Bill SRES 9 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 3, 2023.  Bill SRES 9's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7; text: CR S7) as of January 3, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 9

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 9

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 9

Charles E. Schumer
Charles E. Schumer
New YorkDemocrat

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