Number: 98-709
Title: Senate Executive Business and the Executive Calendar
Authors: Walter J. Oleszek, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: In effect, the Senate acts in a unicameral capacity when it is engaged in "executive business"--so-called because the Senate and the chief executive are constitutionally involved in considering treaties and nominations. The Senate handles legislative and executive business differently. Some of the difference between the two types can be illustrated by defining "executive calendar," "executive journal," and "executive session," and then by discussing how treaties and nominations are handled by the Senate.
Pages: 2
Date: May 19, 2008