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Rules for Mayorkas Impeachment Trial: Committee Formation and Evidence Gathering.

This resolution sets the specific rules and timeline for the Senate trial regarding the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. It mandates the appointment of a 12-Senator committee to gather evidence within 90 days and prohibits any immediate motion to dismiss the charges. This ensures the accountability process for a high-ranking official proceeds according to a clear, defined structure.
Key points
A 12-member Senate committee will be formed to collect evidence and witness testimony related to the impeachment charges.
The committee must submit a full report of evidence to the Senate within 90 days of its appointment.
Secretary Mayorkas is required to file a formal answer to the charges within 7 session days.
The resolution explicitly blocks any attempt to immediately dismiss the impeachment articles without consideration.
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Print number: 118_SJRES_68
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2024-04-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A joint resolution providing for the issuance of a summons, providing for the appointment of a committee to receive and to report evidence, and establishing related procedures concerning the articles of impeachment against Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SJRES_68.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A 12-member Senate committee will be formed to collect evidence and witness testimony related to the impeachment charges.
  • The committee must submit a full report of evidence to the Senate within 90 days of its appointment.
  • Secretary Mayorkas is required to file a formal answer to the charges within 7 session days.
  • The resolution explicitly blocks any attempt to immediately dismiss the impeachment articles without consideration.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

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. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 352.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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