Bill119th CongressFiled Feb 5, 2026Congress
S.Res. 597
A resolution providing for the authority to initiate litigation for actions by the President and Department of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under the laws of the United States.
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What it does
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What just happenedFeb 5, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S512-513)
Who’s behind it
Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY](D-NY)Sponsor
15 cosponsors15 D
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- Introduced in SenateFeb 5, 2026
- Feb 5, 2026IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S512-513)
- Feb 5, 2026IntroReferral10025
Submitted in Senate