Senate Committee Spending Authorization

Summary#

The resolution authorizes Senate committees to spend money and hire staff for their work from March 1, 2025, through February 28, 2027. It sets spending limits for three periods and allows committees to use consultants, train staff, and, with approval, use staff from other agencies. It also sets rules for paying expenses and creates a reserve for certain unpaid committee costs.

What it means for you#

The resolution does not set out a direct benefit or new requirement for individuals. It supports committee work such as hearings and investigations.

Expenses#

It authorizes aggregate committee spending of up to $90,988,230 for March 1 through September 30, 2025; $155,979,823 for October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026; and $64,991,593 for October 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027. It also allows agency contributions related to committee employee pay. The resolution does not state how much will actually be spent.

Proponents' View#

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Opponents' View#

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