A resolution to authorize testimony and legal representation in W. Curtis Shain v. Hunter Bates, et al.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (13 Mar 2003): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3761; text as passed Senate: CR S3761; text of measure as introduced: CR S3750)
What this bill does
This resolution, S.Res. 86, was introduced in the Senate by Senator William "Bill" Frist. Its purpose, as stated in its title, is to authorize testimony and legal representation in a specific legal case, *W. Curtis Shain v. Hunter Bates, et al.*
As a simple resolution, it directly addresses the internal business of the Senate. It is intended to grant permission for certain actions related to the mentioned lawsuit. The resolution affects individuals involved in the case and potentially the Senate's ability to provide testimony or legal support in that context.
S.Res. 86 was considered and agreed to by the Senate without amendment on March 13, 2003, through unanimous consent. For a simple resolution, agreement by the Senate marks the conclusion of its legislative process. The full text detailing the specifics of the authorization has not been published.
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Official summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced in the Senate on March 3, 2003. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Authorizes Senator Mitch McConnell to provide testimony in the case of W. Curtis Shain v. G. Hunter Bates, et al, and authorizes the Senate Legal Counsel to represent him in connection with such testimony.
Timeline
13 Mar 2003
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3761; text as passed Senate: CR S3761; text of measure as introduced: CR S3750)
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 86 do?
- This resolution, S.Res. 86, was introduced in the Senate by Senator William "Bill" Frist. Its purpose, as stated in its title, is to authorize testimony and legal representation in a specific legal case, *W. Curtis Shain v. Hunter Bates, et al.* As a simple resolution, it directly addresses the internal business of the Senate. It is intended to grant permission for certain actions related to the mentioned lawsuit. The resolution affects individuals involved in the case and potentially the Senate's ability to provide testimony or legal support in that context. S.Res. 86 was considered and agreed to by the Senate without amendment on March 13, 2003, through unanimous consent. For a simple resolution, agreement by the Senate marks the conclusion of its legislative process. The full text detailing the specifics of the authorization has not been published.
- Has S.Res. 86 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S.Res. 86. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 86?
- S.Res. 86 was sponsored by Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] (R-TN), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 86?
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3761; text as passed Senate: CR S3761; text of measure as introduced: CR S3750) (13 Mar 2003).
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