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BillSRES 690 · 119

An executive resolution authorizing the en bloc consideration in Executive Session of certain nominations on the Executive Calendar.

Introduced
Apr 27, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
May 11, 2026

Bill Summary

Allows the Senate to consider and vote on multiple nominations at the same time in a private meeting. Requires the Senate to group certain nominations together for faster consideration.

Sponsored By

John Thune
Republican · South Dakota · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 27, 2026
  5. May 11, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This affects the nominees for various positions and Senate members, as it changes the process for considering and voting on nominations, potentially speeding up the confirmation process for the nominees.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeSenate Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedApr 27, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 11, 2026
Latest ActionResolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 45. Record Vote Number: 114. (text: CR 4/27/2026 S2056-2057)

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.