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Senate Names New Sergeant at Arms

Full Title:
A resolution notifying the House of Representatives of the election of a Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.

Summary#

  • This simple Senate resolution tells the House of Representatives that the Senate has elected Jennifer A. Hemingway to serve as the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper.

  • It is a routine, internal step that helps record who holds this role at the start of a Congress. It does not change any laws or create new programs.

  • Notifies the House of the Senate’s choice for Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper.

  • Confirms who leads Senate security, protocol, and some administrative services.

  • Makes no policy changes and has no direct effect on the public.

  • Routine action to keep records clear between the two chambers.

What it means for you#

  • Public and visitors:

    • No direct change to daily life.
    • If you visit the Capitol or Senate buildings, the Sergeant at Arms oversees access and security, but normal procedures stay the same.

  • Senate members and staff:

    • Clarifies who is in charge of Senate security, floor access, and certain services.
    • Supports continuity of operations at the start of the new Congress.

Expenses#

Estimated cost: none; this is a routine notice and does not create new spending.

  • The resolution does not authorize funds or expand programs.
  • The position and its office are funded through existing Senate budgets.

Proponents' View#

  • This is standard “housekeeping” to formally record and share the Senate’s election with the House.
  • Helps continuity of security and operations by clearly naming the officer in charge.
  • Promotes transparency by making the selection part of the public record.

Opponents' View#

  • No publicly available information.