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S. Res. 101 114th Congress Senate

Shutdown Accountability Resolution

Official title: A resolution relating to proceedings of the Senate in the event of a partial or full shutdown of the Federal Government.

Introduced: March 12, 2015 Introduced by: Michael F. Bennet Democratic · Colorado See on congress.gov
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This resolution expired with the 114th Congress
It was not agreed to before the 114th Congress (2015–2016) adjourned, so it is no longer active. You can still save it for reference, but it won't receive updates.
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Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1497-1498)

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Shutdown Accountability Resolution

Sets forth specified Senate proceedings with respect to a full or partial federal government shutdown.

Prescribes requirements for Senate adjournments and recesses during the shutdown.

Prohibits the presiding officer from entertaining a request to suspend the operation of this standing order by unanimous consent or motion.

Declares that nothing in this standing order shall be construed in a manner that is inconsistent with S.Res. 296 (108th Congress) or any other Senate emergency procedure or practices.

Makes this Act a standing order of the Senate.

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U.S. Congress. (2026). S. Res. 101: Shutdown Accountability Resolution. 114th Congress. Open America. https://openamerica.io/bill/114-SRES-101/
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"S. Res. 101: Shutdown Accountability Resolution." 114th Congress, 2026, Open America, https://openamerica.io/bill/114-SRES-101/.
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S. Res. 101, 114th Cong. (2026), https://openamerica.io/bill/114-SRES-101/.
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