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S.Res. 840 · 119th CongressCongressResolution

S.Res. 840 was agreed to by the Senate on Aug 6, 2026

A resolution to authorize testimony and representation by the Senate Legal Counsel.

Sponsored by Thune, John R-SD · 1 cosponsor: 1 Democrat, 0 Republicans
IntroducedAug 6, 2026
Reported—
Passed one chamberAug 6, 2026
Passed both—
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What it changes · CRS summary

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Context
Policy area
Congress: 28 of 922 bills became law, 113th–118th (3%)
Sponsor
12 of 316 bills enacted since 2013
Text versions
1: agreed to senate · 71 words
Subjects
Congressional officers and employeesCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationEvidence and witnessesLegislative rules and procedureMassachusettsSenate
Latest action
Aug 6, 2026: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4530; text: CR S4525)
Records
Congress.gov · Bill text
Exhibit 1Passage odds band at each stage, rated when the bill reached it [4]
Related bills · 0

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Exhibit 2Articles naming the bill per day, last 90 days, US sources [3]