S.Res.58 - Authorizing expenditures by the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (119th Congress)
Summary
S.Res.58 authorizes expenditures by the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs from March 1, 2025, through February 28, 2027. It allows the committee to make expenditures from the Senate contingent fund, employ personnel, and utilize services from other government agencies. The resolution specifies expense limits for different periods, including allocations for consultants and staff training.
Expected Effects
This resolution enables the Committee to conduct its oversight and legislative functions related to banking, housing, and urban affairs. It ensures the committee has the necessary resources to hold hearings, conduct investigations, and report findings. The resolution also sets financial limits on these activities.
Potential Benefits
- Ensures the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs can effectively perform its duties.
- Allows for expert consultation, potentially improving the quality of legislation.
- Provides for staff training, enhancing the committee's expertise.
- Facilitates oversight of critical sectors of the economy.
- Promotes transparency through required reporting of hearings and investigations.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for misuse of funds if oversight is inadequate.
- Expenses could be higher than necessary if not managed efficiently.
- Reliance on consultants may lead to biased information.
- Limited direct benefit to the average citizen.
- The expenditure could increase the burden on taxpayers.
Constitutional Alignment
This resolution aligns with Article I, Section 5 of the U.S. Constitution, which grants each house of Congress the power to determine the rules of its proceedings. It also aligns with the implied powers necessary for Congress to carry out its enumerated powers, such as regulating commerce and establishing housing policies. The resolution does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).