Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SR219

Introduced
5/18/23  

Caption

A resolution amending the Standing Rules of the Senate to authorize the Majority Leader to move to proceed to the en bloc consideration of certain nominations.

Impact

If enacted, SR219 would change how nominations are processed in the Senate. By enabling the Majority Leader to call for en bloc consideration of up to ten covered nominations reported by the same committee, the resolution aims to expedite decisions on nominations. This could result in a faster confirmation process for various appointments, potentially reducing delays that occur when each nomination is debated and voted upon individually. This change may alter the dynamics of how nominations are prioritized and handled within the Senate.

Summary

SR219 is a resolution introduced in the Senate that seeks to amend the Standing Rules of the Senate to empower the Majority Leader with the ability to move for en bloc consideration of certain nominations. This amendment specifically targets nominations that are not for high-level executive positions listed in the Executive Schedule, nor for judicial appointments to courts of appeals or the Supreme Court. The goal of the resolution is to streamline the nomination process by allowing multiple nominations to be considered collectively, which could enhance efficiency in the legislative process.

Contention

The introduction of SR219 may not be without its points of contention. Critics could argue that allowing the Majority Leader greater control over the nomination process risks marginalizing the voices of minority party members and limiting thorough debate on individual nominations which may warrant further scrutiny. Such a power shift might lead to concerns over the transparency and integrity of the nomination process, particularly for nominees who may face opposition from certain factions within the Senate.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US SR444

A resolution providing for the en bloc consideration of military nominations.

US SR18

A resolution amending the Standing Rules of the Senate to prohibit the consideration of legislation in the Senate unless the text of the legislation that will be considered has been made publicly available in electronic form for a mandatory minimum review period.

US SR14

A resolution amending rule XLIV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to include amendments of the House of Representatives in the requirements for identifying spending items, and for other purposes.

US HR1616

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 115) to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to provide for en bloc consideration in resolutions of disapproval for "midnight rules'', and for other purposes.

US HR614

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4366) making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 9) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Lesser Prairie-Chicken; Threatened Status With Section 4(d) Rule for the Northern Distinct Population Segment and Endangered Status for the Southern Distinct Population Segment"; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 24) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for Northern Long-Eared Bat".

US HR122

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 77) to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to provide for en bloc consideration in resolutions of disapproval for "midnight rules", and for other purposes.

US HR597

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3935) to amend title 49, United States Code, to reauthorize and improve the Federal Aviation Administration and other civil aviation programs, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3941) to prohibit the use of the facilities of a public elementary school, a public secondary school, or an institution of higher education to provide shelter for aliens who have not been admitted into the United States, and for other purposes.

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 SR934

A resolution amending the broadcasting and recording procedures of the Senate.

US HR712

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4365) making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1130) to repeal restrictions on the export and import of natural gas; and providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 684) condemning the actions of Governor of New Mexico, Michelle Lujan Grisham, for subverting the Second Amendment to the Constitution and depriving the citizens of New Mexico of their right to bear arms.

Similar Bills

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