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John Thune (R-SD)

A resolution to constitute the majority party's membership on certain committees for the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress, or until their successors are chosen.

S.Res. 16 · Senate resolution Congress

A Republican resolution with no cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S40; text: CR S42-43)

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Officially Recorded
  3. Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent

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.

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

This resolution establishes the membership for the majority party on several Senate committees. It designates the specific individuals who will serve on various committees throughout the One Hundred Ninteenth Congress. The membership remains in place until their successors are chosen. The resolution covers a wide range of committees including Agriculture, Appropriations, Armed Services, and many others. It was submitted by Mr. Thune and has been agreed to by the Senate.

Yes· 3 of 12

  • Scored +1

    Would people over 65 be better off under this?

    The resolution establishes the membership for the Special Committee on Aging.

  • Scored +1

    Would Native Americans be better off under this?

    The resolution organizes the leadership of the Committee on Indian Affairs.

  • Scored +1

    Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?

    The resolution organizes the membership for the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.