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- S.RES.118
S.RES.118: A resolution amending rule XXXI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, to provide for timely consideration of nominations.
About This Bill
- Introduced March 26, 2015
- Latest Major Action March 26, 2015
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- Introduced in Senate - March 26, 2015
Bill Summary
Amends Rule XXXI (Executive Session - Proceedings on Nominations) of the Standing Rules of the Senate to make a covered nomination eligible for expedited consideration, if it has been on the Executive Calendar for more than 14 calendar days. Excludes from coverage by this resolution the nomination of an individual: to serve as a justice, including Chief Justice, of the U.S. Supreme Court, or to one of several specified positions entitled to...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 26, 2015 |
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2052)
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| March 26, 2015 |
Introduced in the Senate by Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) |