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Funding for U.S. Senate Committees' Work, 2025-2027

This resolution sets the budgets and spending rules for various U.S. Senate committees for the period from March 2025 to February 2027. It ensures the continuity of the Senate's legislative, oversight, and investigative work, indirectly shaping public policies affecting many aspects of citizens' lives, from agriculture to national security.
Key points
The resolution allocates funds to Senate committees, including Agriculture, Armed Services, Banking, Budget, Commerce, Energy, Environment, Finance, Foreign Relations, Health, Homeland Security, Judiciary, Rules, Small Business, Veterans' Affairs, Special Committee on Aging, Select Committee on Intelligence, and Indian Affairs.
These funds cover committee operational costs, including staff salaries, consultant services, and staff training, enabling them to conduct hearings, investigations, and draft legislation.
Committees, particularly the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and the Committee on the Judiciary, are granted broad investigative powers, including subpoenaing witnesses and requesting documents, aiming to enhance government transparency and efficiency.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_94
Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY]
Process start date: 2025-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

An original resolution authorizing expenditures by committees of the Senate for the periods March 1, 2025, through September 30, 2025, October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, and October 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_94.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The resolution allocates funds to Senate committees, including Agriculture, Armed Services, Banking, Budget, Commerce, Energy, Environment, Finance, Foreign Relations, Health, Homeland Security, Judiciary, Rules, Small Business, Veterans' Affairs, Special Committee on Aging, Select Committee on Intelligence, and Indian Affairs.
  • These funds cover committee operational costs, including staff salaries, consultant services, and staff training, enabling them to conduct hearings, investigations, and draft legislation.
  • Committees, particularly the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and the Committee on the Judiciary, are granted broad investigative powers, including subpoenaing witnesses and requesting documents, aiming to enhance government transparency and efficiency.
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. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1434; text: 02/25/2025 CR S1352-1358)

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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