Bill · S.Res. 520· Senate(119-SRES-520)
An executive resolution authorizing the en bloc consideration in Executive Session of certain nominations on the Executive Calendar.
- Introduced
- 12/1/2025
- Last activity
- 12/4/2025 — Cloture, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, was not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 43 - 37. Record Vote Number: 633. (CR S8501)
- Sponsored by
- John Thune
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution authorizes the Senate to consider a specific group of nominations together as a single block during an Executive Session. The list includes numerous individuals nominated for various high-level positions across several federal agencies. These positions range from Assistant Secretaries and General Counsels to United States Attorneys and Ambassadors. The nominations cover departments such as Labor, Defense, Treasury, and State, among others. By approving this resolution, the Senate allows for the en bloc consideration of these specific entries on the Executive Calendar.
Yes· 3 of 15
Does this tighten control of the border?+1
The resolution includes nominations for leadership within the Department of Homeland Security.
Does this strengthen Social Security?+1
The resolution includes the nomination of a Deputy Commissioner of Social Security.
Does this make housing cost less?+1
The resolution includes nominations for Assistant Secretaries at the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
What Congress actually voted on
One recorded vote has been taken on this bill.
None of them settled the bill — every vote so far has been about whether to keep going.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Veterans' Employment and Training: The nomination of Jeremiah Workman as Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans' Employment and Training could benefit veterans seeking career support. (Calendar Number 461)
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Health Services for Veterans: The nomination of John Bartrum as Under Secretary for Health of the Department of Veterans Affairs addresses health needs for veterans. (Calendar Number 489)
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Food Safety: The nomination of Mindy Brashears as Under Secretary of Agriculture for Food Safety could impact the safety of the food supply. (Calendar Number 520)
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Social Security Administration: The nomination of Arjun Mody as Deputy Commissioner of Social Security relates to the administration of social security benefits. (Calendar Number 562)
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Diplomatic Representation: The various ambassadorial nominations, such as those for South Africa, Spain, and Bangladesh, involve representing United States interests abroad. (Calendar Numbers 564, 565, 566)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain information regarding potential negative impacts or negative consequences for individuals or groups of people.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Affordable Housing+1Improves Border Security+1Improves Social Security+1
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+1Good For Veterans+1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+1Improves Union Protections+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+1Improves Rural Development+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Opioid Crisis Response+1Improves Veterans Healthcare+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+1Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+1
No amendments submitted yet for this bill.
- 12/4/2025
- By unanimous consent agreement, mandatory quorum required under Rule XXII waived.
- Cloture, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, was not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 43 - 37. Record Vote Number: 633. (CR S8501)
- 12/2/2025
- Motion to proceed to executive session to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote.
- Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S8433)
- Cloture motion on the measure presented in Senate. (CR S8433)
- 12/1/2025
- Submitted in the Senate Placed on Executive Calendar under Over, Under the Rule.
- Placed on Senate Executive Calendar under Over, Under the Rule. Calendar No. 3.
- Introduced in Senate
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