Christopher M. Davis
Analyst on Congress and the Legislative Process
Several authorities govern the daily work in the Senate chamber: its standing rules, standing orders, unanimous consent agreements, precedent, and tradition. Because these authorities have different influence at certain times, no Senate session day is truly “typical.” This report discusses procedures that usually occur every session day, and notes certain business items that occur less frequently.
Date of Report: February 2, 2011
Number of Pages: 6
Order Number: 98-865
Price: $19.95
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Analyst on Congress and the Legislative Process
Several authorities govern the daily work in the Senate chamber: its standing rules, standing orders, unanimous consent agreements, precedent, and tradition. Because these authorities have different influence at certain times, no Senate session day is truly “typical.” This report discusses procedures that usually occur every session day, and notes certain business items that occur less frequently.
Date of Report: February 2, 2011
Number of Pages: 6
Order Number: 98-865
Price: $19.95
Follow us on TWITTER at http://www.twitter.com/alertsPHP or #CRSreports
Document available via e-mail as a pdf file or in paper form.
To order, e-mail Penny Hill Press or call us at 301-253-0881. Provide a Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover card number, expiration date, and name on the card. Indicate whether you want e-mail or postal delivery. Phone orders are preferred and receive priority processing.