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Confirmation of Appointment for US Senate Legal Counsel

This Senate resolution formally confirms the appointment of Morgan J. Frankel as the Senate Legal Counsel, with the term lasting until the end of the 119th Congress. This is an internal procedural decision ensuring the continuity of legal advice for the upper chamber of Congress. This change does not introduce any direct new obligations or financial benefits for citizens.
Key points
Formal confirmation of the new individual appointed as the Senate Legal Counsel.
The term of service for the newly appointed official expires at the end of the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.
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Status:
Adopted
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_8
Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY]
Process start date: 2023-01-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution to make effective appointment of Senate Legal Counsel.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_8.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Formal confirmation of the new individual appointed as the Senate Legal Counsel.
  • The term of service for the newly appointed official expires at the end of the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.
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 by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7; text: CR S7)

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?

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