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En bloc consideration

A legislative procedure where a group of separate items, such as nominations, is considered and voted upon as a single unit, rather than individually.

Executive Calendar

A list of executive business, primarily treaties and nominations, that the Senate is ready to consider and vote on.

Nominations

The President's official proposals for individuals to fill various government positions that require approval by the Senate.

Executive Session

A closed meeting of a legislative body, such as the Senate, often used for discussing and voting on sensitive matters like nominations or treaties.

Resolution

A legislative measure expressing the sense of a chamber (like the Senate) or dealing with the internal affairs of that chamber; it does not have the force of law and does not require the President's signature.

Plenipotentiary

A diplomat, such as an ambassador, who is authorized to represent their government with full power to negotiate or act.