S.Res. 41Senate117th Congress (2021-2023)Passed Congress

A resolution allowing limited laptop computer access on the floor of the Senate during impeachment proceedings of Donald John Trump, former President of the United States.

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The resolution allows the use of laptop computers on the Senate floor during the impeachment trial of former President Donald J. Trump. It sets limits on how many devices each side may have and authorizes Senate staff to use existing laptops as needed. The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper are tasked with enforcing the rule.

Key Provisions

Two laptops may be used by impeachment managers and their assistants; two laptops may be used by the former President’s counsel and their assistants; one laptop may be used by the President pro tempore and their assistants; Senate employees and officers may use laptops already available during regular sessions.
Laptops may also be used in other areas of the Senate floor (outside the chamber) by the same individuals and, if necessary, other Senate staff.
The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper are responsible for enforcing the laptop‑use provisions.

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S588; text: CR S578-579)

February 8, 2021

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S588; text: CR S578-579)

February 8, 2021

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Sen. Charles E. SchumerD-NY · Feb 8, 2021

Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the en bloc consideration of the following resolutions that were submitted earlier today: S. Res. 38, S. Res. 39, S. Res. 40, and…

Sen. Amy KlobucharD-MN · Apr 14, 2021

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent for the legislative activities report of the Committee on Rules and Administration during the 116th Congress be printed in the Congressional Record.

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Agreed to SenateIssued February 8, 2021

III

117th CONGRESS

1st Session

S. RES. 41

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

February 8, 2021

Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to

RESOLUTION

Allowing limited laptop computer access on the floor of the Senate during impeachment proceedings against Donald John Trump, former President of the United States.

Laptop computer access

(a)

In general

During impeachment proceedings against Donald John Trump, former President of the United States, laptop computers may be used on the floor of the Senate Chamber only in accordance with the following:

(1)

Two laptop computers may be used by the impeachment managers and their assistants.

(2)

Two laptop computers may be used by the counsel for the former President of the United States and their assistants.

(3)

One laptop computer may be used by the President pro tempore and the assistants of the President pro tempore.

(4)

Laptop computers available to employees and officers of the Senate on the floor of the Senate Chamber during a regular session of the Senate may be used by such employees and officers as necessary.

(b)

Use of laptop computers in other rooms of the Senate floor

During impeachment proceedings against Donald John Trump, former President of the United States, laptop computers may be used in other areas of the floor of the Senate (not including the Senate Chamber) by individuals described in paragraphs (1) through (4) of subsection (a) and, as determined necessary, other employees and officers of the Senate.

(c)

Enforcement by the sergeant at arms and doorkeeper

The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate shall take such actions as are necessary to enforce this resolution.