S.Res. 690 · 119th Congress
An executive resolution authorizing the en bloc consideration in Executive Session of certain nominations on…
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An executive resolution authorizing the en bloc consideration in Executive Session of certain nominations on the Executive Calendar.
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- Senate Introduced Apr 27, 2026
- Senate Passed May 11, 2026 46–45
This resolution authorizes the en bloc consideration of 49 nominations for various roles, including executive officers and ambassadors. For example, nominees are appointed to serve in the Departments of Commerce, Justice, State, and Transportation. The package also includes nominations to serve as U.S. ambassador to Iceland, Slovenia, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam.
What it does: CRS summary · Passed Senate · May 11, 2026
This resolution authorizes the en bloc consideration of 49 nominations for various roles, including executive officers and ambassadors. For example, nominees are appointed to serve in the Departments of Commerce, Justice, State, and Transportation. The package also includes nominations to serve as U.S. ambassador to Iceland, Slovenia, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam.
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About this bill and sources
Official title: An executive resolution authorizing the en bloc consideration in Executive Session of certain nominations on the Executive Calendar.
Latest action (May 11, 2026): Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 45. Record Vote Number: 114. (text: CR 4/27/2026 S2056-2057)
Policy area: Congress · Origin: Senate · Introduced: Apr 27, 2026
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- Senate Introduced Apr 27, 2026
- Senate Passed May 11, 2026 46–45
Final vote · Senate · May 11, 2026
Adoption — Resolution Agreed to. Vote details
Senate Majority Leader: John Thune
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All recorded votes (3)
- Adoption Resolution Agreed to
Senate · May 11, 2026 · “On the Resolution S.Res. 690” · Majority Leader: John Thune - Ending debate (cloture) Cloture Motion Agreed to
Senate · Apr 30, 2026 · “On the Cloture Motion S.Res. 690” · Majority Leader: John Thune - Taking up the measure (motion to proceed) Motion to Proceed Agreed to
Senate · Apr 28, 2026 · “On the Motion to Proceed S.Res. 690” · Majority Leader: John Thune