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US Senate: Authorizes Legal Representation in Musgrave v. Manger Case

This US Senate resolution authorizes Senate legal counsel to represent the Secretary of the Senate and her office in an ongoing lawsuit. This means the Senate is providing legal support to its officials when they are sued in connection with their official duties. For citizens, this has no direct impact on daily life, but it shows how government institutions protect their employees.
Key points
The US Senate authorizes legal defense for the Secretary of the Senate in a lawsuit.
This decision concerns internal Senate legal procedures and does not affect citizens' rights or obligations.
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Print number: 117_SRES_406
Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY]
Process start date: 2021-10-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution to authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of Shawn Musgrave v. J. Thomas Manger, et al.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_406.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The US Senate authorizes legal defense for the Secretary of the Senate in a lawsuit.
  • This decision concerns internal Senate legal procedures and does not affect citizens' rights or obligations.
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

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 and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6876; text: CR S6875)

Is this summary verified?

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

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