S.Res. 817 · 119th Congress · Congress
An executive resolution authorizing the en bloc consideration in Executive Session of certain nominations on the Executive Calendar.
Allows Senate to consider multiple executive nominations together in a single vote. AI-read
What it does
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.
Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Jul 30, 2026 (Passed Senate). CRS summarizes bills impartially; it does not take positions.
Roll call votes
| Date | Question | Party split (yea) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2026 Senate roll 873 |
On the Cloture MotionAn executive resolution authorizing the en bloc consideration in Executive Session of certain nominations on the Executive Calendar. | D 0–43 · R 50–0 · I 0–2 |
Passed 50–45 |
| Jul 30, 2026 Senate roll 876 |
On the ResolutionAn executive resolution authorizing the en bloc consideration in Executive Session of certain nominations on the Executive Calendar. | D 0–45 · R 50–0 · I 0–2 |
Passed 50–47 |
Latest action
Jul 30, 2026 · Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 47. Record Vote Number: 217.