SRES 6 · 119th CongressAdopted

A resolution expressing the thanks of the Senate to the Honorable Patty Murray for her service as President Pro Tempore of the United States Senate and to designate Senator Murray as President Pro Tempore Emerita of the United States Senate.

Latest updateJan 3, 2025

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.

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Charles Schumer

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January 3, 2025

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January 3, 2025

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6-7; text: CR S6-7)

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The President Pro Tempore of the United States Senate is a constitutional officer who presides over the chamber in the absence of the Vice President. Traditionally, this role goes to the longest-serving senator of the majority party. Senator Patty Murray of Washington served as President Pro Tempore during the 118th Congress, when Democrats held the Senate majority. The position carries significant ceremonial and procedural responsibilities, including maintaining order during Senate proceedings and representing the chamber at official functions. Upon the change of congressional sessions or party control, the role typically transitions to a new senator.

This resolution directs the Senate to formally express gratitude to Senator Murray for her service as President Pro Tempore and establishes a new honorary title: President Pro Tempore Emerita. The designation recognizes her tenure in the role and honors her contributions to the Senate's operations. The resolution does not create new powers, duties, or statutory authority; rather, it is a ceremonial measure that acknowledges her service through an emeritus designation—a practice used to honor former officeholders who have completed significant roles.

The resolution takes effect immediately upon passage and agreement by the Senate. No funding is required, as this is a ceremonial designation without programmatic or budgetary implications. The emerita title carries no official duties or compensation but serves as a formal recognition within Senate protocol and records. This type of resolution does not affect existing Senate operations, other legislative programs, or external agencies. It is a symbolic gesture that becomes part of the Senate's historical record and may influence how Senator Murray is addressed or recognized in future Senate proceedings and official communications.

Key Provisions

1Directs the United States Senate to express its gratitude to Senator Patty Murray for her service as President Pro Tempore of the Senate.
2Designates Senator Patty Murray as President Pro Tempore Emerita of the United States Senate in recognition of her long and faithful service.

★ Why this matters

This resolution creates a formal honorary designation that becomes part of Senate protocol and historical records. The emerita title provides ceremonial recognition but carries no new powers, duties, funding, or statutory authority. It does not change how the Senate operates, affect other legislative programs, or impact federal agencies or the broader government.

● Who this affects

Senator Patty Murray of Washington receives the honorary designation and formal recognition from her colleagues. Other senators and Senate staff may reference the title in official communications and records. The broader public has minimal direct impact, though the resolution reflects Senate traditions around honoring departing leadership.

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<DOC>

119th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 6

 Expressing the thanks of the Senate to the Honorable Patty Murray for 
her service as President Pro Tempore of the United States Senate and to 
   desiginate Senator Murray as President Pro Tempore Emerita of the 
                         United States Senate.

                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                            January 3, 2025

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

                               RESOLUTION

 
 Expressing the thanks of the Senate to the Honorable Patty Murray for 
her service as President Pro Tempore of the United States Senate and to 
   desiginate Senator Murray as President Pro Tempore Emerita of the 
                         United States Senate.

    Resolved, That the United States Senate expresses its deepest 
gratitude to Senator Murray for her dedication and commitment during 
her service to the Senate as the President Pro Tempore.
    Further, as a token of appreciation of the Senate for her long and 
faithful service, Senator Patty Murray is hearby designated President 
Pro Tempore Emerita of the United States Senate.
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A resolution expressing the thanks of the Senate to the Honorable Patty Murray for her service as President Pro Tempore of the United States Senate and to designate Senator Murray as President Pro Tempore Emerita of the United States Senate.

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A resolution expressing the thanks of the Senate to the Honorable Patty Murray for her service as President Pro Tempore of the United States Senate and to designate Senator Murray as President Pro Tempore Emerita of the United States Senate.

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