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Rules for former President Trump's impeachment trial in the Senate.

This document sets out the detailed rules and deadlines for the impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump in the Senate. Citizens can follow how this important constitutional process unfolds, which impacts the accountability of high-ranking public officials.
Key points
The Senate will begin considering the article of impeachment on February 9, 2021.
Specific deadlines have been set for submitting documents, such as answers and trial briefs, for both the former president and the House of Representatives.
The parties must address whether the former president can be tried for acts committed during his term, despite its expiration.
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VOTING RESULTS
2021-01-26
83%
For 83
Against 17
Abstain 0
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Status: Adopted
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SRES_16
Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY]
Process start date: 2021-01-26
Voting date: 2021-01-26
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 9
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution to provide for related procedures concerning the article of impeachment against Donald John Trump, President of the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_16.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Senate will begin considering the article of impeachment on February 9, 2021.
  • Specific deadlines have been set for submitting documents, such as answers and trial briefs, for both the former president and the House of Representatives.
  • The parties must address whether the former president can be tried for acts committed during his term, despite its expiration.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 83 - 17. Record Vote Number: 9. (consideration: CR S143; text: CR S155-156)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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