A resolution tendering the thanks of the Senate to the President pro tempore for the courteous, dignified, and impartial manner in which he has presided over the deliberations of the Senate.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (15 Oct 1998): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S12609)
What this bill does
This resolution, S.Res. 305, formally expresses the gratitude of the U.S. Senate to a specific member for their service in a leadership role. Introduced in 1998 by Senator Trent Lott, the resolution's stated purpose is to thank the President pro tempore for presiding over the Senate's deliberations with courtesy, dignity, and impartiality during a particular session of Congress.
The resolution specifically acknowledges the President pro tempore, identified as Strom Thurmond. By tendering thanks, it recognizes the individual's conduct in fulfilling the responsibilities of that presiding officer position. The resolution affects the individuals involved in its passage and acknowledges the formal actions of the Senate.
This resolution followed a standard legislative path for simple resolutions. It was introduced, considered by the Senate, and then agreed to without amendment through unanimous consent. As a simple resolution, it expresses the sense of the Senate and does not require action by the House of Representatives or the President. It is now considered passed by the Senate.
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Official summary
Tenders the thanks of the Senate to the Honorable Strom Thurmond, President pro tempore of the Senate, for the manner in which he presided over the Senate during the second session of the 105th Congress.
Timeline
15 Oct 1998
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S12609)
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 305 do?
- This resolution, S.Res. 305, formally expresses the gratitude of the U.S. Senate to a specific member for their service in a leadership role. Introduced in 1998 by Senator Trent Lott, the resolution's stated purpose is to thank the President pro tempore for presiding over the Senate's deliberations with courtesy, dignity, and impartiality during a particular session of Congress. The resolution specifically acknowledges the President pro tempore, identified as Strom Thurmond. By tendering thanks, it recognizes the individual's conduct in fulfilling the responsibilities of that presiding officer position. The resolution affects the individuals involved in its passage and acknowledges the formal actions of the Senate. This resolution followed a standard legislative path for simple resolutions. It was introduced, considered by the Senate, and then agreed to without amendment through unanimous consent. As a simple resolution, it expresses the sense of the Senate and does not require action by the House of Representatives or the President. It is now considered passed by the Senate.
- Has S.Res. 305 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S.Res. 305. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 305?
- S.Res. 305 was sponsored by Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS] (R-MS), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 305?
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S12609) (15 Oct 1998).
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