Shutdown Accountability Resolution Sets forth specified Senate proceedings with respect to a full or partial federal government shutdown. Prescribes requirements for Senate adjournments and recesses during the shutdown. Prohibits the presiding officer from entertaining a request to suspend the operation of this standing order by unanimous consent or motion. Declares that nothing in this standing order shall be construed in a manner that is inconsistent with S.Res. 296 (108th Congress) or any other Senate emergency procedure or practices. Makes this resolution a standing order of the Senate.
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Introduced in Senate
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2218)
Introduced in Senate
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2218)
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A resolution relating to proceedings of the Senate in the event of a partial or full shutdown of the Federal Government.
USA115th CongressSRES-110| Senate
| Updated: 4/4/2017
Shutdown Accountability Resolution Sets forth specified Senate proceedings with respect to a full or partial federal government shutdown. Prescribes requirements for Senate adjournments and recesses during the shutdown. Prohibits the presiding officer from entertaining a request to suspend the operation of this standing order by unanimous consent or motion. Declares that nothing in this standing order shall be construed in a manner that is inconsistent with S.Res. 296 (108th Congress) or any other Senate emergency procedure or practices. Makes this resolution a standing order of the Senate.