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A resolution providing for sufficient time for legislation to be read.
2/3/2025, 10:19 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 18
Bill 119 S.Res. 18 is a resolution introduced in the US Senate that aims to ensure that legislation is given enough time to be read and understood before it is voted on. The resolution emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in the legislative process, stating that all members of Congress should have sufficient time to review proposed bills and amendments.
The resolution highlights the need for lawmakers to have a clear understanding of the content and implications of legislation before making decisions that will impact the American people. It calls for a minimum of 72 hours for members of Congress and the public to review bills before they are brought to a vote.
The resolution also emphasizes the importance of bipartisan cooperation and collaboration in the legislative process, stating that all members of Congress should have the opportunity to provide input and feedback on proposed legislation. It aims to promote a more deliberative and thoughtful approach to lawmaking, ensuring that all voices are heard and considered before decisions are made. Overall, Bill 119 S.Res. 18 seeks to promote transparency, accountability, and collaboration in the legislative process, emphasizing the importance of giving lawmakers and the public enough time to review and understand proposed legislation before it is voted on.
The resolution highlights the need for lawmakers to have a clear understanding of the content and implications of legislation before making decisions that will impact the American people. It calls for a minimum of 72 hours for members of Congress and the public to review bills before they are brought to a vote.
The resolution also emphasizes the importance of bipartisan cooperation and collaboration in the legislative process, stating that all members of Congress should have the opportunity to provide input and feedback on proposed legislation. It aims to promote a more deliberative and thoughtful approach to lawmaking, ensuring that all voices are heard and considered before decisions are made. Overall, Bill 119 S.Res. 18 seeks to promote transparency, accountability, and collaboration in the legislative process, emphasizing the importance of giving lawmakers and the public enough time to review and understand proposed legislation before it is voted on.
Congressional Summary of SRES 18
This resolution permits Senators to object to the consideration of a measure unless a required amount of time has passed since the measure's introduction. Specifically, the resolution requires that one session day elapse for every 20 pages included in the measure (plus one session day for any number of remaining pages less than 20). An objection raised on these grounds may be waived or suspended only by an affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Senators.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 18
Bill SRES 18 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2025. Bill SRES 18 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 9, 2025. Bill SRES 18's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S80) as of January 9, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 18
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
6Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 18
Primary Policy Focus
CongressAlternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 18
A resolution providing for sufficient time for legislation to be read.
A resolution providing for sufficient time for legislation to be read.
Comments

Maisie Albright
631
1 year ago
I'm all for it! Let's make sure things are done right. This is a step in the right direction for our country.

Denver Sanders
839
1 year ago
Finally, they're doing something about this mess. About time!
Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 18
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