Bill115th CongressFiled Dec 13, 2018Congress
S.Res. 724
A resolution amending rule XXXI of the Standing Rules of the Senate to limit the time during which a nomination shall be confirmed or rejected, and for other purposes.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Dec 13, 2018)
This resolution amends Rule XXXI (Executive Session - Proceedings on Nominations) of the Standing Rules of the Senate to modify Senate procedures for considering presidential nominations.
What just happenedDec 13, 2018
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7597)
Who’s behind it
Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR](D-OR)Sponsor
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- Introduced in SenateDec 13, 2018
- Dec 13, 2018IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7597)
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Introduced in Senate