SRES 7119th CongressIntroduced

A resolution fixing the hour of daily meeting of the Senate.

Introduced: Jan 3, 2025

Standard Summary

Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs

This Senate resolution standardizes the start of the Senate’s daily business. It provides that the daily meeting of the Senate will begin at 12:00 noon (12 o’clock meridian) unless the Senate votes to set a different time by formal order. In practice, this creates a default start time for daily proceedings, while preserving the ability to adjust the schedule if urgent matters require it. The measure was introduced by Senator Thune in the 119th Congress and, per the record, was agreed to by the Senate on January 3, 2025. As a resolution, it governs Senate procedures and daily operations rather than creating or affecting law outside the Senate.

Key Points

1The default daily meeting time is fixed at 12:00 noon (12 o’clock meridian).
2The time can be changed only by an order or formal action by the Senate.
3It is a Senate resolution, not a statute affecting the general public or requiring House action.
4Introduced by Senator Thune in the 119th Congress; status shows it was agreed to by the Senate.
5Focuses on procedural scheduling for the Senate’s daily activities rather than substantive policy or legislation.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Senate operations, including Senators and Senate staff who coordinate daily schedules and floor activities.Secondary group/area affected: Media, lobbyists, constituents, and the public who follow Senate proceedings and rely on predictable start times.Additional impacts: Administrative and calendar planning within the Senate; flexibility remains to alter start time by formal order in response to emergencies or urgent business.

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