Bills · SRES 70
REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Res.SRES 70Congressional committeesSenate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
INTRO FEB 11· LAST ACTION FEB 11
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it's how a Senate committee gets the funding and staffing it needs to function. Without this resolution, the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources wouldn't be able to hire people, pay for basic operations, or bring in experts to help with complex issues like energy policy or environmental conservation. If this bill doesn't become law, the committee would effectively be unable to conduct its work, hold hearings, or draft legislation related to crucial areas like energy development, public lands, and natural resources. For voters, this means ensuring that a key committee has the resources to investigate and address issues that directly impact our environment, economy, and access to essential resources.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Grants the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources authority to make expenditures from the contingent fund of the Senate.
This provides the committee with its operating budget to cover various expenses necessary for its functioning.
PROVISION 02
Authorizes the committee to employ personnel and, with approval, use staff from other government agencies.
This ensures the committee has the human resources needed to carry out its legislative duties and investigations.
PROVISION 03
Sets specific dollar limits for the committee's total expenses, consultant services, and staff training for three distinct periods between March 1, 2025, and February 28, 2027.
These limits provide financial boundaries and oversight for the committee's spending over the next two years.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSFEB 11
Introduced in Senate
FEB 11
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Lee. Without written report.
FEB 11
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S862-863)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Resolution
NumberSRES 70
Congress119th
StatusReported
IntroducedFeb 11, 2025
Last actionFeb 11, 2025
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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 11, 2025
Senate Res.SRES 70Congressional committeesSenate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
INTRODUCED FEB 11, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 11, 2025
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4 min
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