Shutdown Accountability Resolution
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Apr 4, 2017)
Shutdown Accountability Resolution
Sets forth specified Senate proceedings with respect to a full or partial federal government shutdown.
Prescribes requirements for Senate adjournments and recesses during the shutdown.
Prohibits the presiding officer from entertaining a request to suspend the operation of this standing order by unanimous consent or motion.
Declares that nothing in this standing order shall be construed in a manner that is inconsistent with S.Res. 296 (108th Congress) or any other Senate emergency procedure or practices.
Makes this resolution a standing order of the Senate.
What just happenedApr 4, 2017
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2218)
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateApr 4, 2017
- Apr 4, 2017IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2218)
Rules and Administration Committee - Apr 4, 2017IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate