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A resolution to authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of Dr. Ralph de la Torre v. Bernard Sanders, et al.

11/29/2024, 6:22 PM

Summary of Bill SRES 907

Bill 118 S.Res. 907 is a resolution that authorizes the Senate Legal Counsel to represent the Senate in the case of Dr. Ralph de la Torre v. Bernard Sanders, et al. The case involves a legal dispute between Dr. de la Torre and Senator Sanders, among others.

Dr. de la Torre is suing Senator Sanders and others for alleged defamation and other claims related to statements made by Senator Sanders during a Senate committee hearing. The resolution seeks to provide legal representation for the Senate in this case, as the statements in question were made in the course of Senator Sanders' official duties as a member of the Senate.

The resolution is aimed at ensuring that the Senate's interests are adequately represented in the legal proceedings, and that the Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to take necessary actions to defend the Senate in this case. It is important to note that this resolution does not take a position on the merits of the case itself, but rather seeks to ensure that the Senate is properly represented in the legal proceedings. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 907 is a procedural resolution that authorizes legal representation for the Senate in the case of Dr. Ralph de la Torre v. Bernard Sanders, et al. It is intended to protect the Senate's interests and ensure that the Senate is adequately represented in this legal dispute.

Congressional Summary of SRES 907

This resolution authorizes representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of Dr. Ralph de la Torre v. Bernard Sanders, et al. for (1) the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions; (2) committee Chair Bernie Sanders and ranking member Bill Cassidy; and (3) the Members of the committee.

Current Status of Bill SRES 907

Bill SRES 907 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 21, 2024. Bill SRES 907 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 21, 2024.  Bill SRES 907's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6697; text: CR S6691) as of November 21, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 907

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
4
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 907

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 907

A resolution to authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of Dr. Ralph de la Torre v. Bernard Sanders, et al.
A resolution to authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of Dr. Ralph de la Torre v. Bernard Sanders, et al.

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