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SRES 8

A resolution electing Jackie Barber as Secretary of the Senate.

119th Congress Introduced by John Thune

Election of Jackie Barber as Secretary of the Senate, effective January 3, 2025.

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Bill Summary · SRES 8

Summary of Bill: SRES 8

Purpose

SRES 8 is a Senate Resolution whose sole purpose is to elect Jackie Barber of South Dakota as Secretary of the Senate, effective January 3, 2025. The text states that she “be, and she is hereby, elected Secretary of the Senate,” with the effective date explicitly set as January 3, 2025.

Key Provisions

  • Election of Jackie Barber as Secretary of the Senate, effective January 3, 2025.
  • No additional duties, amendments, or conditions are set forth in the resolution beyond the formal election.

Procedural History

  • Introduced in the Senate on January 3, 2025.
  • Considered and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent on January 3, 2025.
  • Congressional Record reference indicates consideration on CR S7 (text associated with CR S7).
  • Status: Introduced and passed by the Senate in a single day, via unanimous consent (no opposition or amendments recorded).

Sponsor

  • Primary sponsor: Senator John Thune.

Effective Date

  • Effective date of January 3, 2025, aligning with the stated date of appointment and the current Senate term timeline.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Directly affects the Senate as an institution by formalizing the appointment of its chief administrative officer.
  • Jackie Barber, from South Dakota, becomes Secretary of the Senate, a role responsible for Senate records, administrative operations, and support services for Senators and committees.
  • Senate staff and operations may experience administrative continuity or changes consistent with the new Secretary’s leadership.

Context and Significance

  • The Secretary of the Senate is a nonpartisan administrative officer who oversees essential clerical, record-keeping, and procedural functions of the Senate.
  • This resolution is a formal, procedural action typical at the start of a new term or upon vacancy, ensuring a smooth inauguration of leadership for Senate operations.

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Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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