Search Results: keywords:"100th anniversary"

  • H. RES. 1144 — Honoring the 100th anniversary of the Consumer Technology Association.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:150

    H. RES. 1144 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to honor the 100th anniversary of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). The resolution highlights CTA's history, beginning in 1924 when it was founded to address radio industry challenges, and its...

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    The U.S. House of Representatives wants to say "happy birthday" to a group called the Consumer Technology Association for their 100th birthday and all their hard work helping with things like radios and TVs over the years. They admire how this group has supported technology and made a difference, but there are no new rules or money involved with this celebration.

  • H. RES. 1391 — Congratulating the American Motorcyclist Association on their 100th Anniversary.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:144

    H. RES. 1391 acknowledges and celebrates the 100th anniversary of the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA), which has been advocating for motorcycle riders since 1924. The resolution highlights the AMA's role in promoting the motorcycling lifestyle, supporting a large...

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    The House of Representatives wants to give a big thumbs up to a group called the American Motorcyclist Association because they've been helping people who love motorcycles for 100 years, making it fun and exciting for everyone who likes to ride bikes. They have a special place in Ohio that shows off cool motorcycle history too!

  • S. RES. 705 — Recognizing May 28, 2024, as the 100th anniversary of the U.S. Border Patrol and commending the service of the U.S. Border Patrol to the United States people.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:312

    S. RES. 705 commemorates the 100th anniversary of the U.S. Border Patrol on May 28, 2024, recognizing its historical and ongoing contributions to U.S. border security. The resolution highlights the achievements and dedication of the Border Patrol's personnel, acknowledging...

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    The U.S. Senate wants to say thank you to the U.S. Border Patrol for doing a great job protecting the borders of the country for 100 years, and they're suggesting ways to make the job better for the people who work there.

  • H. RES. 1523 — Recognizing the 100th anniversary of Booker T. Washington High School in Atlanta, Georgia.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:227

    H. RES. 1523 acknowledges the 100th anniversary of Booker T. Washington High School in Atlanta, Georgia. The resolution highlights the school's historical significance as the first public high school for Black students in Atlanta, emphasizing the efforts of Atlanta’s Black...

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    This bill is about saying "Congratulations!" to Booker T. Washington High School in Atlanta for being around for 100 years and being important because it was the first school for Black students there. They mention famous people who went to the school, like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and they want everyone at the school to keep working hard.

  • S. RES. 678 — Designating May 3, 2024, as United States Foreign Service Day in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:293

    S. RES. 678 is a resolution passed by the U.S. Senate designating May 3, 2024, as "United States Foreign Service Day." It acknowledges the dedication of the nearly 16,000 men and women serving in the Foreign Service, both domestically and internationally, and honors those who...

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    The resolution says that May 3, 2024, is a special day to say "thank you" to all the people who work for the United States in other countries and remember those who have died while doing this important job. It encourages everyone to join in and show appreciation for their hard work and sacrifice.

  • S. RES. 583 — Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the National League of Cities and the support it provides to municipalities across the United States.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:205

    S. RES. 583 recognizes the 100th anniversary of the National League of Cities (NLC), the oldest and largest organization representing municipal governments across the United States. The resolution highlights the NLC's role in supporting more than 19,000 cities, towns, and...

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    The bill is like a special birthday card celebrating the National League of Cities, which helps lots of cities and towns work together to make their places better. This card thanks them for helping leaders do a good job and make smart rules to help everyone.

  • H. CON. RES. 108 — Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the designation of the Gila Wilderness.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:94

    H. CON. RES. 108 is a resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Gila Wilderness's designation in 1924. This area was the first to be officially recognized as a wilderness in the U.S. and the world, setting the foundation for future wilderness conservation efforts,...

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    H. CON. RES. 108 is a special message saying "happy 100th birthday" to a big, beautiful park called the Gila Wilderness, which was the first place in the U.S. and the world to be called a "wilderness" a long time ago. It remembers the people who helped make the park special and how it's still all-natural, like a magic forest with no buildings, thanks to the care of Native American tribes.

  • S. RES. 708 — Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the designation of the Gila Wilderness.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:94

    S. RES. 708 is a resolution that commemorates the 100th anniversary of the designation of the Gila Wilderness. This area, set aside on June 3, 1924, was the first designated wilderness in both the United States and the world, marking the beginning of a system of protected...

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    The S. RES. 708 is a special message from the Senate to celebrate 100 years since a big piece of nature, called the Gila Wilderness, was protected so people couldn't build on it, keeping it beautiful and wild like it was long, long ago.

  • H. RES. 1262 — Celebrating the centennial of the U.S. Border Patrol.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:287

    H. RES. 1262 is a resolution recognizing and celebrating the 100th anniversary of the U.S. Border Patrol. It honors the Border Patrol's century-long dedication to safeguarding America's borders and acknowledges the service and sacrifices of its agents and their families. The...

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    The U.S. Border Patrol is turning 100 years old, and this idea is to have a special day to say thank you for helping protect the borders. But some people might not agree on how big of a problem the borders are right now.

  • H. RES. 330 — Commending Volkert, Inc. on the occasion of its 100th anniversary and its century of service to the State of Alabama and the United States.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:256

    H. RES. 330 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to honor Volkert, Inc. on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. The resolution acknowledges the company's significant contributions to engineering, infrastructure, and economic development in Alabama and the United States...

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    Volkert, Inc. is a company that helps build things like roads and bridges. This special message says "thank you" to them for doing a great job for 100 years and tells people about the good work they’ve done!

  • S. RES. 135 — A resolution recognizing a century of broadcasting excellence from WOWO and celebrating the radio station’s 100th anniversary.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:167

    S. RES. 135 is a resolution that acknowledges and celebrates the 100th anniversary of the WOWO radio station, a prominent broadcasting entity in the Midwest and the United States. The resolution highlights WOWO's historical significance, noting its beginnings in 1925, its...

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    In 2025, a special Senate resolution celebrates WOWO radio's 100th birthday, a Midwest radio station known for sharing news and fun stories for many years. The resolution praises WOWO for being an important voice in spreading community values and wishes them more success in the future.

  • H. RES. 1587 — Honoring the 100th anniversary of mutual funds.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:123

    H. RES. 1587 is a resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of mutual funds in the United States. It highlights the important role mutual funds have played in providing investment opportunities to over 100 million Americans and supporting them in reaching their financial...

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    In this special celebration, Congress is saying "thank you" to mutual funds for helping people save and grow their money over the past 100 years. They are not making any new rules or spending money, just recognizing how mutual funds have helped lots of people with their money!

  • H. RES. 1261 — Honoring the service and sacrifices of the men and women of the U.S. Border Patrol and their families on its centennial.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:189

    H. RES. 1261 is a resolution that honors the U.S. Border Patrol on its 100th anniversary. It recognizes the Border Patrol's century of dedication to securing the nation's borders and acknowledges the service and sacrifices made by the Border Patrol agents and their families....

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    H. RES. 1261 is a way for the government to say "thank you" to all the people who have worked to keep the U.S. borders safe for 100 years, appreciating their hard work and remembering their dedication.

  • H. RES. 226 — Commemorating the centennial of Delta Air Lines.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:201

    H. RES. 226 recognizes and celebrates the 100th anniversary of Delta Air Lines. Founded on March 2, 1925, Delta was the world’s first aerial crop-dusting company and has grown into a major global airline. The resolution acknowledges Delta’s significant role in connecting...

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    Delta Air Lines is celebrating its 100th birthday, and this bill is to say "thank you" and "great job" to them for helping people travel all over the world and for being a good helper in their communities.

  • S. RES. 137 — Commending Volkert, Inc. on the occasion of its 100th anniversary and its century of service to the State of Alabama and the United States.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:230

    S. RES. 137 is a resolution introduced in the Senate to commend Volkert, Inc. on its 100th anniversary for its long-standing service to Alabama and the United States. The resolution acknowledges the company's contributions to important engineering and infrastructure projects, including...

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    The Senate wants to say "good job" to a company named Volkert, Inc. for doing great work in building roads and fixing important places for 100 years. They plan to send a special certificate to the people in charge of the company to show how proud they are of their work.

  • H. RES. 252 — Recognizing a century of broadcasting excellence from WOWO and celebrating the radio station’s 100th anniversary.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:153

    H. RES. 252 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to recognize WOWO radio station for its 100 years of broadcasting. The resolution highlights WOWO's history, starting from its founding in 1925 and its growth as a prominent station in the Midwest. It acknowledges WOWO's...

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    WOWO is a really old radio station that started talking to people over 100 years ago, and they want to celebrate all the fun and important things it has shared with people who listen. This special award says "Yay!" to WOWO for being there so long, telling people stories and news!

  • H. RES. 1345 — Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and Ireland.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:332

    The resolution, H. RES. 1345, acknowledges the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Ireland. It celebrates the deep historical and cultural ties between the two nations. The resolution highlights the significant contributions of Irish...

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    The United States and Ireland have been friends for 100 years, and this special rule celebrates their friendship, saying how they have worked together well and shared important values like freedom.

  • S. RES. 35 — Honoring the 100th anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:227

    S. RES. 35 is a resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first female governor of a U.S. state, specifically Wyoming, in 1925. The Senate recognizes Governor Ross's leadership in various areas, such as banking reform and public welfare, and celebrates her...

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    This is a special message from the Senate celebrating the 100th birthday of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first woman governor of Wyoming and any U.S. state. They want people to remember and celebrate how she helped more women become leaders, especially in January 2025.

  • H. RES. 1281 — Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:217

    H. RES. 1281 celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge, established on June 7, 1924. The resolution highlights the refuge's role in supporting a diverse ecosystem, including migratory birds, fish, and other wildlife across more than...

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    The Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge is having its 100th birthday, and this special document is a way for people to say "thank you" to the area for being a great home for lots of animals and a fun place to visit. It also reminds everyone how important it is to keep taking care of nature so that the birds, fish, and other creatures can be happy and healthy.

  • S. RES. 583 — Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the National League of Cities and the support it provides to municipalities across the United States.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:188

    S. RES. 583 recognizes the 100th anniversary of the National League of Cities, the oldest and largest organization representing municipal governments in the United States. Founded in 1924, the organization works with 49 state municipal leagues to strengthen local leadership...

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    The National League of Cities is turning 100 years old, and the U.S. Senate is saying "thank you" for helping cities and towns work together with the government to solve problems and make things better for people where they live.