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Richard Durbin (D-IL)

A resolution affirming the rule of law and the legitimacy of judicial review.

S.Res. 136 · Senate resolution Law

A Democratic resolution with 16 Democratic cosponsors · See all 16 cosponsors

Last activity — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1837-1838)

In committee

Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.

The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution affirms the rule of law and the legitimacy of judicial review. It states that Article III of the Constitution grants judicial power to one Supreme Court and inferior courts established by Congress. The resolution cites the precedent from Marbury v. Madison that it is the duty of the judicial department to define what the law is. It further asserts that the executive branch must comply with all Federal court rulings. Finally, it notes that the executive branch may appeal a ruling if authorized by law.

Yes

  • Scored +3

    Does this give the federal government more power?

    The resolution emphasizes judicial review and the obligation of the executive branch to comply with federal court rulings.

  • Scored +3

    Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?

    Reinforcing the judicial branch's authority protects the rule of law and individual due process rights against executive overreach.

  • Scored +2

    Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?

    Affirming judicial oversight helps ensure executive accountability through established legal channels.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.