Bills · SRES 38
PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Res.SRES 38Senate Committee on Small Business and EntrepreneurshipSenate
A resolution to constitute the majority party's membership on certain committees for the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress, or until their successors are chosen.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution is important because committees are where the detailed work of Congress happens, including debating and shaping most legislation before it reaches a vote by the full Senate. By formally assigning members and chairs from the majority party, this resolution allows these essential committees to begin their functions for the 119th Congress. Without these appointments, committees would be unable to meet, conduct hearings, or develop new laws.
It also highlights which senators will be key decision-makers in specific policy areas, indicating where legislative priorities and influence will be concentrated. This organization is a foundational step for the Senate to move forward with its legislative agenda and address pressing national issues.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes the majority party's membership, with Mrs. Capito as Chair, for the Committee on the Environment and Public Works.
This committee oversees policies related to environmental protection, infrastructure development, and public works projects.
PROVISION 02
Establishes the majority party's membership, with Mr. Cassidy as Chair, for the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
This committee addresses crucial issues related to healthcare, education, workers' rights, and retirement benefits.
PROVISION 03
Establishes the majority party's membership, with Mr. Grassley as Chair, for the Committee on the Judiciary.
This committee considers presidential nominations for federal judges and reviews major legal and constitutional matters.
PROVISION 04
Establishes the majority party's membership, with Mr. Paul as Chair, for the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
This committee focuses on national security, the efficiency of government operations, and federal agencies.
PROVISION 05
Establishes the majority party's membership, with Mr. Cotton as Chair, for the Select Committee on Intelligence.
This committee provides oversight of the nation's intelligence activities and agencies.
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YRS IN OFFICE
29
BILLS LED
57
ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSJAN 24
Introduced in Senate
JAN 24
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
JAN 24
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S374; text: CR S373-374)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Resolution
NumberSRES 38
Congress119th
StatusPassed Senate
IntroducedJan 24, 2025
Last actionJan 24, 2025
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PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS · SENATE · INTRODUCED JAN 24, 2025
Senate Res.SRES 38Senate Committee on Small Business and EntrepreneurshipSenate
A resolution to constitute the majority party's membership on certain committees for the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress, or until their successors are chosen.
INTRODUCED JAN 24, 2025· LAST ACTION JAN 24, 2025
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