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A resolution notifying the House of Representatives of the election of a President pro tempore.
1/15/2025, 6:36 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 5
Bill 119 S.Res. 5 is a resolution that notifies the House of Representatives of the election of a President pro tempore. The President pro tempore is a high-ranking member of the Senate who presides over the chamber in the absence of the Vice President. This resolution is important because it officially informs the House of Representatives of the Senate's selection of a President pro tempore.
The President pro tempore is typically the longest-serving member of the majority party in the Senate. They play a crucial role in the functioning of the Senate, as they preside over the chamber during debates and have the authority to recognize members to speak on the floor. The President pro tempore also has the power to sign legislation and other official documents on behalf of the Senate.
This resolution serves as a formal notification to the House of Representatives that the Senate has elected a new President pro tempore. It ensures that the House is aware of who is currently serving in this important role in the Senate. This resolution is a routine part of the legislative process and helps to maintain transparency and communication between the two chambers of Congress.
The President pro tempore is typically the longest-serving member of the majority party in the Senate. They play a crucial role in the functioning of the Senate, as they preside over the chamber during debates and have the authority to recognize members to speak on the floor. The President pro tempore also has the power to sign legislation and other official documents on behalf of the Senate.
This resolution serves as a formal notification to the House of Representatives that the Senate has elected a new President pro tempore. It ensures that the House is aware of who is currently serving in this important role in the Senate. This resolution is a routine part of the legislative process and helps to maintain transparency and communication between the two chambers of Congress.
Congressional Summary of SRES 5
This resolution notifies the House of Representatives of the election of the Honorable Charles E. Grassley as President pro tempore of the Senate.
Current Status of Bill SRES 5
Bill SRES 5 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2025. Bill SRES 5 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 3, 2025. Bill SRES 5's most recent activity was Message on Senate action sent to the House. as of January 6, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 5
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 5
Primary Policy Focus
Potential Impact Areas
- Congressional leadership
- House of Representatives
- Members of Congress
- Senate
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 5
A resolution notifying the House of Representatives of the election of a President pro tempore.
A resolution notifying the House of Representatives of the election of a President pro tempore.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 5
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