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A resolution notifying the President of the United States of the election of a Secretary of the Senate.

Introduced January 3, 2025Last action January 3, 2025
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Summary of the Resolution

This is a simple procedural resolution from the Senate that formally notifies the President of the United States that the Senate has elected a new Secretary of the Senate. The Secretary of the Senate is a key administrative officer who manages the day-to-day operations of the Senate, including keeping official records, overseeing finances, and handling various organizational duties. This type of resolution is a routine part of Senate housekeeping rather than a policy proposal.

The resolution does not create any new laws, programs, or regulations that affect the general public. It is purely an internal administrative step required by Senate rules and tradition. When the Senate chooses a new Secretary, it formally communicates that decision to the President as a matter of official record and intergovernmental courtesy. The resolution passed the Senate unanimously without any amendments, reflecting its noncontroversial, procedural nature.

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Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7-8; text: CR S8)

January 3, 2025

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Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]RSD

Legislative History

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7-8; text: CR S8)

Jan 3, 2025
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Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.

Jan 3, 2025
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Introduced in Senate

Jan 3, 2025