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SR170

A resolution to authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of Desmond Bellard v. Ronald Wyden, U.S. Senator.

Introduced·4/10/25

Authorizes Senate Legal Counsel to represent Senator Ronald Wyden in the case of Desmond Bellard v. Ronald Wyden.

The resolution authorizes the Senate Legal Counsel to represent Senator Ronald Wyden in the case of Desmond Bellard v. Ronald Wyden, U.S. Senator, pending in the Oregon Supreme Court. This authorization is based on sections 703(a) and 704(a)(1) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, which allow the Senate to direct its counsel to defend Members of the Senate in civil actions related to their official responsibilities.

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History

Apr 10, 2025

Senate

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2542; text: CR S2569)