S.Res.11 - Electing Jennifer A. Hemingway as Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. (119th Congress)
Summary
Senate Resolution 11 pertains to the election of Jennifer A. Hemingway as the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. This is an internal procedural matter for the Senate. The resolution was submitted by Mr. Thune and was considered and agreed to by the Senate.
Expected Effects
The immediate effect of this resolution is the formal appointment of Jennifer A. Hemingway to the position of Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper. This role involves maintaining order and security within the Senate chamber. The appointment ensures the smooth functioning of Senate proceedings.
Potential Benefits
- Ensures the Senate has a designated official responsible for maintaining order and security.
- Provides clarity and stability in the administrative functions of the Senate.
- Allows the Senate to proceed with its legislative agenda without disruption.
- Fulfills an essential organizational requirement for the Senate's operation.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself does not directly address broader societal issues or provide tangible benefits to the general public.
- Potential for the appointed individual to exercise their authority in a manner that could be perceived as biased or unfair (though this is speculative).
- The resolution does not contain provisions for accountability or oversight of the Sergeant at Arms beyond the Senate's internal procedures.
Constitutional Alignment
The election of Senate officers is an inherent power of each chamber of Congress, implied by Article I, Section 5, which states that "Each House shall be the Judge of the Elections, Returns and Qualifications of its own Members, and a Majority of each shall constitute a Quorum to do Business." While not explicitly detailed, the Constitution grants each chamber the authority to manage its internal affairs and choose its officers. This resolution aligns with that implicit constitutional authority.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).