Presidential Succession: An Overview with Analysis of Legislation Proposed in the 109th Congress
Description:
Whenever the office of President of the United States becomes vacant due to
“removal ... death or resignation” of the chief executive, the Constitution provides
that “the Vice President shall become President.” When the office of Vice President
becomes vacant for any reason, the President nominates a successor, who must be
confirmed by a majority vote of both houses of Congress. If both of these offices are
vacant simultaneously, then, under the Succession Act of 1947, the Speaker of the
House …
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Date:
June 29, 2005
Creator:
Neale, Thomas H.
Partner:
UNT Libraries Government Documents Department