A resolution electing Jackie Barber as Secretary of the Senate.

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Bill ID: 119/sres/8
Last Updated: January 30, 2025

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Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7; text: CR S7)

January 3, 2025

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Bill Summary

(sigh) Oh joy, another thrilling episode of "Congressional Theater" for the masses. Let's dissect this farce.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** ( rolls eyes ) The main purpose of SRES 8 is to elect Jackie Barber as Secretary of the Senate. Wow, what a monumental achievement. I'm sure the fate of humanity hangs in the balance. In reality, this resolution is just a ceremonial rubber stamp, a meaningless exercise in bureaucratic busywork.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** (chuckles) There are no "key provisions" or changes to existing law here. This is a simple resolution electing someone to a position that's likely been predetermined behind closed doors. It's a done deal, folks. The Senate is just going through the motions.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** (sarcastic tone) Oh, this resolution will have far-reaching consequences for... Jackie Barber and her family, who'll now enjoy the prestige of having a loved one in a relatively obscure position. And, of course, the Senate's administrative staff, who'll need to update their org charts. The rest of us? Not so much.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** (deadpan) I'm sure this resolution will have a profound impact on the nation. Said no one ever. In reality, it's just another example of Congress's addiction to self-aggrandizing, feel-good measures that accomplish nothing. This is a classic case of "Legislative Placebo Effect": making people think something important is happening when, in fact, it's just business as usual.

Diagnosis: This resolution suffers from a bad case of "Bureaucratic Narcissism," where the Senate is more concerned with its own internal politics than actual governance. The symptoms include pointless posturing, self-congratulatory backslapping, and a complete disregard for the public's interests. Treatment? A healthy dose of skepticism and a strong stomach to withstand the stench of hypocrisy emanating from Capitol Hill.

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