Notifying the assembly and the governor that Timothy La Sage is elected senate sergeant at arms of the 2025-2026 senate.
Impact
The passage of SR5 has administrative implications for the operational framework of the Wisconsin Senate. By appointing a sergeant at arms, the senate ensures that there is a designated official responsible for upholding the decorum and protocol of the legislative environment. This resolution reflects the governance structure within the senate and establishes the necessary roles for supporting lawmakers as they conduct business during the session.
Summary
Senate Resolution 5 (SR5) is a legislative resolution introduced to officially notify the assembly and the governor of the election of Timothy La Sage as the sergeant at arms for the 2025-2026 senate session. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of this leadership position within the senate, which is significant for maintaining order and security during legislative proceedings. As per the resolution, the senate confirms its internal decision to elect La Sage and mandates the immediate transmission of this information to both the assembly and the governor.
Contention
While no significant points of contention were reported for SR5, the nature of such resolutions is typically procedural. The process of electing a sergeant at arms is generally straightforward and may not evoke widespread debate or controversy. However, it does highlight the importance of internal governance and the roles that are pivotal for the effective function of legislative bodies. Any future discussions around such appointments might consider the qualifications and expectations of the sergeant at arms to ensure adherence to legislative standards.
This resolution resolves that the President be notified of the election of the Honorable Jennifer A. Hemingway as Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.
This resolution provides for the Senate to notify the House of Representatives of the election of the Honorable Jennifer A. Hemingway as Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.
A RESOLUTION to honor and commend the Tennessee Highway Patrol officers and Sergeants at Arms who served at the State Capitol and Cordell Hull Building during the 114th General Assembly.