A resolution amending rule XXXI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, to provide for timely consideration of nominations.

Amends Rule XXXI (Executive Session - Proceedings on Nominations) of the Standing Rules of the Senate to discharge the committee considering a presidential nomination and make the nomination eligible for expedited consideration if the nomination has not been confirmed or rejected within 180 days after the nominee completes the following requirements:

• an agreement with the Office of Government Ethics;
• a financial disclosure form;
• a background check conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation;
• a questionnaire of each relevant committee;
• tax forms, if required by a relevant committee; and
• any other requirements of a relevant committee.

Limits expedited consideration to two hours.