A resolution establishing a Committee to Inform the President of the United States that a quorum of each House is assembled.
- Bill Number
- S.Res. 1
- Origin Chamber
- Senate
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Congress
- Status
- Passed Senate
- Latest Action
- 2025-01-03: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5-6; text: CR S6)
- Last Updated
- 2025-04-22T13:38:06Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This Senate Resolution (S. Res. 1) establishes a procedural committee at the start of the 119th Congress to formally notify the President of the United States that both the Senate and House of Representatives have achieved a quorum (the minimum number of members needed to conduct official business) and are ready to receive any messages from the President.
Key Provisions
- Appoints a committee of two Senators to collaborate with a similar committee from the House of Representatives.
- The joint committee's role is to "wait upon" (formally visit) the President and inform him of Congress's readiness.
- The resolution was submitted by Mr. Thune, considered, and agreed to by the Senate on January 3, 2025.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- This resolution introduces no changes to existing laws or procedures; it follows longstanding congressional tradition for opening a new session of Congress, as outlined in the U.S. Constitution (Article I, Section 5, which requires quorums for legislative action).
Potential Impacts
- On government agencies: None directly; it is a ceremonial step that signals the formal commencement of the congressional session, allowing legislative work to proceed.
- On citizens: Minimal to none; it has no direct effect on public policy, rights, or services but ensures the continuity of democratic processes.
- On international relations: No impact, as this is an internal procedural matter.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Members of Congress: Primarily Senators and House Representatives, who participate in forming and joining the committee.
- The President: Receives formal notification, marking the start of interactions with the new Congress.
- Congressional leadership: Involved in appointing committee members and overseeing the process.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Constitutional: Upholds Article I of the U.S. Constitution by confirming quorums, which is essential for Congress to exercise its legislative powers legally.
- Legal: As a simple resolution, it is not law and requires no presidential signature; it binds only the Senate internally.
- Political: Symbolizes bipartisan cooperation at the session's outset and sets a tone for the congressional term, though it is non-controversial and routine. No broader political shifts are implied.
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Recent Actions
- 2025-01-03: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5-6; text: CR S6)
- 2025-01-03: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
- 2025-01-03: Introduced in Senate
Bill Versions
- Establishing a Committee to Inform the President of the United States that a quorum of each House is assembled. — issued 2025-01-03 — PDF (1 pages)