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Procedure for Counting US Presidential and Vice Presidential Electoral Votes

This document outlines how and when the electoral votes for the President and Vice President of the United States will be counted. It is a standard procedure that ensures transparency in the election process for the nation's highest offices, directly impacting the country's political stability and government operations, and thus the life of every citizen.
Key points
Sets the date and time for the joint session of Congress to count electoral votes: January 6, 2025, at 1:00 PM.
Designates officials responsible for opening and reading electoral vote certificates from each state, in alphabetical order.
The results of the vote count will be officially announced by the President of the Senate and entered into the journals of both Houses of Congress.
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Print number: 119_SCONRES_2
Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]
Process start date: 2025-01-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A concurrent resolution to provide for the counting on January 6, 2025, of the electoral votes for President and Vice President of the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SCONRES_2.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Sets the date and time for the joint session of Congress to count electoral votes: January 6, 2025, at 1:00 PM.
  • Designates officials responsible for opening and reading electoral vote certificates from each state, in alphabetical order.
  • The results of the vote count will be officially announced by the President of the Senate and entered into the journals of both Houses of 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. Thune, John [R-SD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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