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Senate resolution proposes a 6-year term limit for the Senate Parliamentarian.

The Senate resolution proposes that the Parliamentarian of the Senate should serve no more than one term of six years. The resolution acknowledges that the Parliamentarian serves at the pleasure of the Secretary of the Senate, who is chosen by the majority leader. It recognizes historical precedent allowing the Secretary to dismiss the Parliamentarian and commits to using the reconciliation process to address fiscal issues. The resolution argues that a term limit would prevent entrenchment of power, promote accountability, and encourage fresh perspectives.