S.Res.9 - Notifying the President of the United States of the election of a Secretatry of the Senate. (119th Congress)
Summary
Senate Resolution 9 (S.Res.9) pertains to formally notifying the President of the United States about the election of Jackie Barber as the Secretary of the Senate. This is a routine procedural action within the Senate. The resolution itself does not enact any new laws or policies.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this resolution is to officially inform the President of the Senate's choice for Secretary. This ensures proper communication and record-keeping between the legislative and executive branches. The resolution itself has no direct impact on the general public.
Potential Benefits
- Ensures formal communication between the Senate and the President.
- Maintains accurate records of Senate leadership.
- Facilitates the smooth functioning of government.
- Upholds established protocols for internal Senate operations.
Potential Disadvantages
- No direct disadvantages to the American people.
- The resolution is purely procedural and internal to the Senate.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the Constitution, specifically Article I, Section 5, which grants each house of Congress the power to choose their officers. Notifying the President of this election is a matter of inter-branch communication and respect for the separation of powers. The act of electing a Secretary of the Senate is an internal matter governed by the Senate's own rules and procedures, as permitted by the Constitution.
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).