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US Senate Committee Funding for 2021-2023 Operations

This resolution sets budgets and spending rules for various U.S. Senate committees from March 2021 to February 2023. It ensures the continuity of the Senate's legislative, oversight, and investigative work, indirectly impacting the creation of laws and policies affecting citizens' lives.
Key points
The resolution allocates aggregate funds for Senate committees across three periods: March 2021 - September 2021, October 2021 - September 2022, and October 2022 - February 2023.
These funds cover expenses for employing staff, procuring consultant services, and staff training, supporting the committees' ability to analyze and draft legislation.
Committees such as Agriculture, Armed Services, Finance, and Homeland Security receive specific budgets to conduct hearings, investigations, and other activities within their areas of responsibility.
A special financial reserve is established, available to committees for urgent, unforeseen needs, providing flexibility in Senate budget management.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SRES_70
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2021-02-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

An original resolution authorizing expenditures by committees of the Senate for the periods March 1, 2021 through September 30, 2021, October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022, and October 1, 2022 through February 28, 2023.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_70.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The resolution allocates aggregate funds for Senate committees across three periods: March 2021 - September 2021, October 2021 - September 2022, and October 2022 - February 2023.
  • These funds cover expenses for employing staff, procuring consultant services, and staff training, supporting the committees' ability to analyze and draft legislation.
  • Committees such as Agriculture, Armed Services, Finance, and Homeland Security receive specific budgets to conduct hearings, investigations, and other activities within their areas of responsibility.
  • A special financial reserve is established, available to committees for urgent, unforeseen needs, providing flexibility in Senate budget management.
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. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S868; text: 2/23/2021 CR S825-830)

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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