The Office of the Legislative Counsel of the United States Senate (SOLC) is responsible for drafting and editing nearly all legislation considered by the Senate. The SOLC is a nonpartisan and nonpolitical office of the Senate, comprised of approximately 35 attorneys who serve all Members, committees, and staff of the Senate.
The responsibilities of an SOLC Staff Attorney include:
1. Drafting and editing bills, resolutions, conference reports, and amendments for committees, Members, and staff of the Senate.
2. Analyzing proposed legislation for legal sufficiency and constitutionality.
3. Researching the law and its development in relation to a proposal being analyzed or drafted.
4. Working closely with SOLC attorneys and Senate staff to analyze proposed policy and its implications and produce professional quality legislation.
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