An executive resolution authorizing the en bloc consideration in Executive Session of certain nominations on the Executive Calendar.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (30 Jul 2026): Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 47. Record Vote Number: 217.
What this bill does
This Senate resolution, S.Res. 817, allows for a group of presidential nominations to be considered together in a single vote during an executive session. These nominations are for individuals who would serve in various executive branch departments, as well as ambassadors and representatives to international organizations. It also covers appointments to independent agencies and federal courts, including the District of Columbia courts.
The resolution affects the process by which certain presidential appointments are confirmed by the Senate. By grouping nominations, it streamlines the confirmation process, allowing for a quicker vote on multiple candidates for roles within departments like Defense, Energy, State, and Treasury, as well as positions representing the U.S. abroad and on boards like the National Labor Relations Board and the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
S.Res. 817 was introduced by Senator John Thune and has been agreed to by the Senate. This means the resolution itself has passed and is now in effect. It provides the procedural authorization for the Senate to consider a specific set of nominations en bloc, or as a group, moving forward.
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Official summary
This resolution provides for the en bloc consideration of nominations for various executive officers, judges, ambassadors, and related positions.
Agencies in which the executive officers shall serve include the Departments of Defense, Energy, the Interior, State, and the Treasury. Additional nominees shall represent the United States to, among others, the United Nations, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), Brazil, Cambodia, Cyprus, and the Gambia. Nominees are also appointed to the National Labor Relations Board, National Transportation Safety Board, Consumer Product Safety Commission, and District of Columbia (DC) courts.
Timeline
30 Jul 2026
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 47. Record Vote Number: 217.
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 817 do?
- This Senate resolution, S.Res. 817, allows for a group of presidential nominations to be considered together in a single vote during an executive session. These nominations are for individuals who would serve in various executive branch departments, as well as ambassadors and representatives to international organizations. It also covers appointments to independent agencies and federal courts, including the District of Columbia courts. The resolution affects the process by which certain presidential appointments are confirmed by the Senate. By grouping nominations, it streamlines the confirmation process, allowing for a quicker vote on multiple candidates for roles within departments like Defense, Energy, State, and Treasury, as well as positions representing the U.S. abroad and on boards like the National Labor Relations Board and the Consumer Product Safety Commission. S.Res. 817 was introduced by Senator John Thune and has been agreed to by the Senate. This means the resolution itself has passed and is now in effect. It provides the procedural authorization for the Senate to consider a specific set of nominations en bloc, or as a group, moving forward.
- Has S.Res. 817 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S.Res. 817. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 817?
- S.Res. 817 was sponsored by Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (R-SD), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 817?
- Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 47. Record Vote Number: 217. (30 Jul 2026).
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