S.Res.4 - Notifying the President of the United States of the election of a President pro tempore. (119th Congress)
Summary
Senate Resolution 4 (S.Res.4) pertains to the formal notification of the President of the United States regarding the election of a President pro tempore of the Senate. Specifically, it resolves that the President be informed of the election of Senator Charles E. Grassley to this position. The resolution was submitted by Mr. Thune, considered, and agreed to by the Senate on January 3, 2025.
Expected Effects
The immediate effect of this resolution is procedural, ensuring the President is officially aware of the Senate's leadership structure. This notification allows for formal communication and coordination between the executive and legislative branches. Senator Grassley, as President pro tempore, would then be in line to preside over the Senate in the absence of the Vice President.
Potential Benefits
- Ensures clear lines of communication between the Senate and the President.
- Maintains the continuity of Senate proceedings by establishing a presiding officer in the Vice President's absence.
- Upholds the established order of succession within the Senate.
- Facilitates smoother interaction between the legislative and executive branches.
- Reinforces the Senate's internal governance processes.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself has no direct disadvantages as it is a procedural action.
- The impact is primarily internal to the Senate and the executive branch, with limited direct effect on the broader American public.
- There are no apparent negative consequences associated with this notification.
Constitutional Alignment
The election of a President pro tempore and the notification thereof are consistent with the Senate's powers to organize itself and conduct its business, as implied by Article I, Section 5 of the US Constitution. This section grants each house of Congress the power to determine the rules of its proceedings and choose its officers. The resolution itself does not violate any specific constitutional provision.
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).