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Version 55 · Passed Senate · Feb 8, 2021
This resolution establishes procedures for access to the Senate floor, including requiring entrance through cloakrooms and limiting staff access, during impeachment proceedings against former President Donald Trump. Additionally, the resolution limits access to the second floor of the Senate Wing of the Capitol during these proceedings, and it requires the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to enforce these procedures.
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Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] · D–NY
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S588; text: CR S577-578)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S588; text: CR S577-578)
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