Bills · SRES 76
REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Res.SRES 76Congressional committeesSenate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it ensures that a crucial Senate committee, which tackles major policy areas like healthcare, education, and employment, has the basic operational funding to do its job. Without this kind of resolution, the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions would not have the legal authority or budget to hire staff, conduct research, hold public hearings, or investigate issues within its jurisdiction. This would severely limit its ability to draft and oversee legislation that affects nearly every American.
If this bill passes, the committee can continue its work addressing challenges like rising healthcare costs, improving educational standards, protecting workers' rights, and ensuring retirement security. If it doesn't pass, the committee's functions would be significantly hampered, potentially slowing down or stopping efforts to address pressing national issues in these vital sectors.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Authorizes the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee to spend money from the Senate's operational fund.
This is the fundamental authority that allows the committee to finance all of its activities and operations.
PROVISION 02
Permits the HELP Committee to employ personnel and utilize staff from other government agencies with proper consent.
This provision ensures the committee has the necessary human resources and expertise to conduct its work effectively.
PROVISION 03
Establishes specific spending limits for the committee's expenses across three distinct periods, from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2027.
These limits provide financial accountability and define the maximum budget the committee can use for its operations.
PROVISION 04
Allocates specific amounts within the overall budget for hiring individual consultants or organizations and for the training of professional staff.
This allows the committee to access specialized knowledge and ensure its staff remains highly skilled in complex policy areas.
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSFEB 12
Introduced in Senate
FEB 12
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Cassidy. Without written report.
FEB 12
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S931-932)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Resolution
NumberSRES 76
Congress119th
StatusReported
IntroducedFeb 12, 2025
Last actionFeb 12, 2025
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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS · HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, AND PENSIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 12, 2025
Senate Res.SRES 76Congressional committeesSenate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions.
INTRODUCED FEB 12, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 12, 2025
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