SJRES-71 : Still Just a Bill

This joint resolution, S.J.Res. 71, introduced by Senators Kaine and Heinrich, seeks to terminate the national emergency related to energy that was declared by the President on January 20, 2025, through Executive Order 14156.

Key details:

  • Purpose: To end the national emergency concerning energy.
  • Origin: The emergency was initially declared via Executive Order 14156 on January 20, 2025.
  • Legal Basis: The resolution invokes the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.) as the basis for terminating the emergency.
  • Effect: If passed, the resolution would end the powers and authorities granted to the executive branch under the declared national emergency related to energy.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2025-10-08VoteFailed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 51. Record Vote Number: 554.Senate
2025-10-08FloorMeasure laid before Senate by unanimous consent.Senate
2025-10-08DischargeSenate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged by Unanimous Consent.Senate
2025-07-31IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.Senate
2025-07-31IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

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Tim Kaine [D] (VA)
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