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Funding Authorized for Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee Operations.

This resolution authorizes the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation to expend approximately $20.2 million from March 1, 2023, through February 28, 2025. These funds, drawn from the contingent fund of the Senate, are allocated for operating expenses, including personnel employment, staff training, and consultant services. The resolution sets specific spending limits for three distinct periods within this timeframe.
Key points
The Committee is authorized to spend funds, hire staff, and use consultants for its operations until February 28, 2025.
Total spending limits for the Committee are set at approximately $20.2 million over the specified two-year period.
The funding supports the Committee in carrying out its powers and duties under the Standing Rules of the Senate.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_51
Sponsor: Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA]
Process start date: 2023-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_51.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Committee is authorized to spend funds, hire staff, and use consultants for its operations until February 28, 2025.
  • Total spending limits for the Committee are set at approximately $20.2 million over the specified two-year period.
  • The funding supports the Committee in carrying out its powers and duties under the Standing Rules of the Senate.
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. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Cantwell. Without written report.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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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