Title 2, The CongressRelease 119-102

§23 Presiding Officer of Senate May Administer Oaths

Title 2 › CHAPTER 2 — ORGANIZATION OF CONGRESS › § 23

Last updated Aug 21, 2026|Official source

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The Senate's presiding officer can administer oaths or affirmations under the Constitution or law to people involved in Senate matters.

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Title 2, §23

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The presiding officer, for the time being, of the Senate of the United States, shall have power to administer all oaths and affirmations that are or may be required by the Constitution, or by law, to be taken by any Senator, officer of the Senate, witness, or other person, in respect to any matter within the jurisdiction of the Senate.

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2 U.S.C. § 23

Title 2, The Congress

Last Updated

Aug 21, 2026

Release point: 119-102