This Senate resolution proposes to authorize the en bloc consideration of a significant number of executive nominations. En bloc consideration allows the Senate to vote on multiple nominations collectively, rather than individually, which can significantly streamline the confirmation process for a large group of appointees. The resolution specifically lists 49 individuals for various federal roles. These nominations include numerous United States Attorneys for districts across the country, several Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to various nations, and key positions such as Assistant Secretaries in departments like State, Transportation, and Commerce. Additionally, the resolution covers nominations for members of federal commissions and boards, including the Federal Maritime Commission, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, National Transportation Safety Board, and Surface Transportation Board. Other notable positions include the Coordinator for Counterterrorism, Director of the Bureau of Land Management, and Under Secretaries for Energy and Commerce, reflecting a broad range of critical government functions.
An executive resolution authorizing the en bloc consideration in Executive Session of certain nominations on the Executive Calendar.
USA119th CongressSRES-690| Senate
| Updated: 5/11/2026
This Senate resolution proposes to authorize the en bloc consideration of a significant number of executive nominations. En bloc consideration allows the Senate to vote on multiple nominations collectively, rather than individually, which can significantly streamline the confirmation process for a large group of appointees. The resolution specifically lists 49 individuals for various federal roles. These nominations include numerous United States Attorneys for districts across the country, several Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to various nations, and key positions such as Assistant Secretaries in departments like State, Transportation, and Commerce. Additionally, the resolution covers nominations for members of federal commissions and boards, including the Federal Maritime Commission, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, National Transportation Safety Board, and Surface Transportation Board. Other notable positions include the Coordinator for Counterterrorism, Director of the Bureau of Land Management, and Under Secretaries for Energy and Commerce, reflecting a broad range of critical government functions.