Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SR46

Introduced
2/9/23  

Caption

A resolution providing for sufficient time for legislation to be read.

Impact

The introduction of SR46 could significantly alter the procedural dynamics of the Senate. By mandating time for reading, it seeks to enhance legislative transparency and accountability. Lawmakers would be encouraged to thoroughly assess bills before making decisions, potentially preventing rushed votes on complex matters that could lead to unintended consequences. This resolution aims to create an environment where informed decision-making is prioritized, ultimately benefiting the legislative process.

Summary

SR46 is a resolution that aims to ensure that lawmakers in the Senate have sufficient time to read proposed legislation before it is acted upon. The bill establishes a rule that states the Senate cannot consider any measure, whether it be a bill, resolution, amendment, or treaty until one session day has passed for every 20 pages of the measure. This aims to promote a culture of careful review, ensuring that legislators are informed about the contents of the proposals they vote on.

Contention

Despite its intentions, SR46 may face opposition regarding its potential to slow down the legislative process. Critics might argue that while allowing time for reading is important, it could lead to unnecessary delays in addressing urgent matters. Moreover, there could be concerns about the practical implications of enforcing such a rule, especially in a fast-paced legislative environment where timely action is often required. Balancing the need for thorough review against the urgency of legislation will be a key point of contention.

Overall_conclusion

In conclusion, SR46 represents a proactive step towards enhancing the legislative process within the Senate by ensuring adequate time for the reading of legislation. It highlights a commitment to informed governance while also inviting debate about the practicalities and timing of legislative actions.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HB281

Bipartisan Social Security Commission Act of 2023 This bill establishes a temporary commission within the legislative branch to provide Congress with recommendations and proposed legislation to ensure the solvency of the Federal Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund and the Federal Disability Insurance Trust Fund (commonly referred to as the Social Security trust funds) for at least 75 years. The bill also sets out expedited procedures for the consideration of legislation proposed by the commission. The commission terminates within 60 days of providing its recommendations and proposed legislation.

US HR97

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 185) to terminate the requirement imposed by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 24) disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 26) disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022.

US HR83

Providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 9) denouncing the horrors of socialism, and providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 76) removing a certain Member from a certain standing committee of the House.

US HB4928

National Security Reforms and Accountability Act National Emergencies Reform Act Arms Export Control Reform Act War Powers Resolution Modernization and Accountability Act

US SB212

Protect Our CREDIT Act of 2023 Protect Our Citizens from Reckless Extortion of our Debt and Irresponsible Tactics Act of 2023

US HR495

Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 44) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives relating to "Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached 'stabilizing braces'"; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 277) to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to provide that major rules of the executive branch shall have no force or effect unless a joint resolution of approval is enacted into law; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 288) to amend title 5, United States Code, to clarify the nature of judicial review of agency interpretations of statutory and regulatory provisions; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1615) to prohibit the use of Federal funds to ban gas stoves; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R 1640) to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing the proposed rule titled "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Conventional Cooking Products", and for other purposes.

US HR398

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2494) to make the assault of a law enforcement officer a deportable offense, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3091) to allow Federal law enforcement officers to purchase retired service weapons, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 40) expressing support for local law enforcement officers and condemning efforts to defund or dismantle local law enforcement agencies.

US HB323

People-Centered Assistance Reform Effort Act or the People CARE Act This bill establishes the People-Centered Assistance Reform Effort Commission within the legislative branch to review federal means-tested welfare programs. Means-tested welfare programs are those designed to specifically provide assistance exclusively to low-income Americans. The commission shall review all federal means-tested programs, excluding various specified programs such as the Social Security benefits program, Medicare, and Department of Veterans Affairs-administered programs. The commission's review shall cover topics including (1) ways to make the benefits programs more efficient and streamlined, (2) opportunities to reduce costs by contracting with private entities or delegating to states, (3) any programs that should be subject to discretionary appropriations, and (4) changes to allow caseworkers to have a holistic view of the beneficiary. The commission shall report its findings to Congress, and the report shall include proposed legislation to carry out the commission's recommendations. The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Senate majority leader shall introduce the proposed legislation in their respective chambers. The proposed legislation shall be considered under certain expedited procedures, such as limitations on debate.

US HR463

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 277) to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to provide that major rules of the executive branch shall have no force or effect unless a joint resolution of approval is enacted into law; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 288) to amend title 5, United States Code, to clarify the nature of judicial review of agency interpretations of statutory and regulatory provisions; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1615) to prohibit the use of Federal funds to ban gas stoves; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1640) to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing the proposed rule titled "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Conventional Cooking Products", and for other purposes.

US HJR52

Authorization for Use of Military Force Resolution of 2023

Similar Bills

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