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In the United States, a recess appointment is an appointment by the president of a federal official when the U.S. Senate is in recess.Under the U.S. Constitution's Appointments Clause, the president is empowered to nominate, and with the advice and consent (confirmation) of the Senate, make appointments to high-level policy-making positions in federal departments, agencies, boards, and ...
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The 2011–2012 session was a session of the California State Legislature. The session first convened on December 6, 2010, and adjourned sine die on November 30, 2012. Major events
Senate Bill 254: This mandatory proposition asks voters if they want California to work towards overturning the Citizens United Supreme Court ruling, in a similar manner to Proposition 49 from 2014 (which was removed from the ballot by the state supreme court). [24] [33] 60: Failed Adult Films. Condoms. Health Requirements.
Recess appointments are a provision that allows the president to appoint a cabinet position for a maximum of two years without the Senate’s approval when the chamber is out of session.
According to the Congressional Research Service, George W. Bush made 171 such appointments, while Bill Clinton made 139 and Barack Obama made at least 32 recess appointments.
The bill was introduced into the Senate on December 13, 2010, and was finally passed 23–14 on April 14, 2011. [2] The bill was then passed by the Assembly on July 5 by a vote of 49–25. [ 3 ] Governor Jerry Brown , who has historically opposed Proposition 8 and has generally supported LGBT rights in the state, signed the bill into law on ...
Senate President pro Tem Mike McGuire previously said his chamber “won’t be convening in a special session this fall.” California Senate sets special session date after Assembly passes bill ...