The Senate Resolution S.R. No. 5 proposes amendments to the Permanent Rules of the Senate for the 89th Legislature, specifically focusing on Rule 11.02, which outlines the list of standing committees and their membership. The resolution details the appointment of various standing committees by the President of the Senate, specifying the number of members for each committee. Notably, it includes the establishment of new committees such as the Committee on Higher Education and the Committee on Homeland Security and Veteran Affairs, while also removing certain committees like the Committee on Border Security and the Committee on Jurisprudence.
The resolution was adopted by the Senate on September 4, 2025, with unanimous support, as indicated by a vote of 26 in favor and none against. This amendment aims to streamline the committee structure and ensure that the Senate's committees are aligned with current legislative priorities and needs.