A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Parliamentarian of the Senate should serve not more than 1 term of 6 years.

This is a Senate resolution (S. Res. 311) that expresses a non-binding sense of the Senate: the Parliamentarian of the Senate should serve no more than one term of six years. The bill notes that the Parliamentarian advises the presiding officer on rules, procedures, and precedents and that the Parliamentarian serves at the pleasure of the Secretary of the Senate, who is chosen by the Senate majority leader. It cites historical context (few individuals have held the role for long periods, with an average tenure of about 15 years since 1981, and a 2001 dismissal of a Parliamentarian) to argue that a six-year term would prevent entrenchment, promote accountability, and encourage fresh perspectives. The resolution also includes a separate statement: the Senate remains committed to using the reconciliation process to address fiscal issues and root out waste, fraud, and abuse in mandatory spending programs. Sponsors listed are Senators Marshall (with Senators Tuberville and Blackburn) and it was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. Because this is a resolution expressing sense, it does not itself impose a binding legal requirement; it communicates a political position and could influence future policy debates or appointments, but would require additional action to become enforceable policy.