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Search Results: keywords:"2024"

H. RES. 1619 — Congratulating the Los Angeles Galaxy for winning the 2024 Major League Soccer Cup.
December 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:232
H. RES. 1619 is a resolution in the House of Representatives that congratulates the Los Angeles Galaxy for winning the 2024 Major League Soccer Cup. The resolution highlights key achievements of the team, including their undefeated home season, record-setting playoff goals,...
Simple Explanation
The House of Representatives is saying "great job" to the Los Angeles Galaxy soccer team for winning a big trophy and playing very well this year. They are also thanking the players and fans for their hard work and teamwork.
S. RES. 712 — Designating May 2024 as Older Americans Month.
May 23, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:216
The resolution, S. RES. 712, designates May 2024 as "Older Americans Month." It acknowledges the significant contributions of older individuals in the United States, highlighting their roles in society and the importance of federal programs that support them, such as Medicare and the Older...
Simple Explanation
In May 2024, people will celebrate "Older Americans Month" to thank older adults for all the great things they do, and everyone will be encouraged to learn from them and appreciate them more.
H. CON. RES. 124 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the Hidden Figures Congressional Gold Medal Act.
September 09, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:187
H. Con. Res. 124 authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a special ceremony. This ceremony, scheduled for September 18, 2024, will present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the Hidden Figures Congressional Gold Medal Act....
Simple Explanation
In this bill, the government is planning a special event in a big, important hall called Emancipation Hall to give out very special medals to some amazing people. These medals are for the "Hidden Figures," a group of people who did incredible work in space and science, and the big ceremony will happen on September 18, 2024.
S. RES. 720 — Congratulating Trine University men’s basketball team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Men’s Basketball National Championship.
June 04, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:177
S. RES. 720 is a resolution from the Senate recognizing the Trine University men's basketball team for their victory in the 2024 NCAA Division III National Championship. It highlights the team's accomplishments under Head Coach Brooks Miller, who led them to their first-ever...
Simple Explanation
The Senate made a special announcement to say "congratulations" to the Trine University men's basketball team for winning a big 2024 college basketball championship. They did a great job under their coach and even had a player who was specially honored for his performance.
H. RES. 1320 — Congratulating the Boston Celtics for winning the 2024 National Basketball Association championship.
June 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:235
H. RES. 1320 is a resolution from the 118th Congress that congratulates the Boston Celtics for winning the 2024 National Basketball Association (NBA) championship. The resolution highlights the Celtics' achievement in securing their 18th championship by defeating the Dallas...
Simple Explanation
The U.S. Congress made a special message to say "good job" to the Boston Celtics basketball team for winning a big game, called the NBA championship, in 2024. They said the players, coaches, and everyone who helped the team did a great job!
H. RES. 1169 — Commending and congratulating the University of Connecticut men’s basketball team, the UConn Huskies, for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Men’s Basketball Championship, and commending and congratulating the University of Connecticut’s women’s basketball team for securing a place in the Final Four.
April 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:395
H. RES. 1169 is a resolution from the House of Representatives commending the University of Connecticut's men's and women's basketball teams. The resolution acknowledges the men's team, the UConn Huskies, for winning the 2024 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship and recognizes...
Simple Explanation
This special note from Congress is like a big "congratulations" card to the University of Connecticut's basketball teams. It celebrates the boys' team for winning the big championship and the girls' team for making it to the final four teams in their competition.
S. 4465 — To reauthorize the Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act of 2020.
June 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:172
S. 4465 seeks to extend the provisions of the Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act of 2020. The proposed bill amends Section 6(h) of the original act, changing the expiration timeline from 5 years to 10 years. This extension affects how long the act will continue to influence U.S....
Simple Explanation
The bill S. 4465 aims to keep an important set of rules, originally made in 2020 to protect a group of people called the Uyghurs, working for a longer time: instead of stopping in 5 years, it will last for 10 years. This means the U.S. will keep paying attention to making sure the Uyghurs are treated fairly for more years.
S. RES. 874 — Honoring the Southeast Region Little League baseball team from Lake Mary, Florida, for winning the 2024 Little League Baseball World Series.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:150
S. RES. 874 is a resolution submitted in the Senate to honor the Southeast Region Little League baseball team from Lake Mary, Florida, for their victory in the 2024 Little League Baseball World Series. The team made history as the first from Florida to win the series,...
Simple Explanation
The Senate is giving a big cheer to a baseball team from Lake Mary, Florida, for winning an important tournament called the Little League Baseball World Series. They played really well and didn't lose any games, even when it got super tough at the end!
H. R. 6116 — An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 14280 South Military Trail in Delray Beach, Florida, as the Benjamin Berell Ferencz Post Office Building.
December 04, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:229
H. R. 6116 aims to name a post office in Delray Beach, Florida, after Benjamin Berell Ferencz. The legislation specifies that the United States Postal Service facility at 14280 South Military Trail will be designated as the “Benjamin Berell Ferencz Post Office Building.” All...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about naming a post office building in Florida. It will be called the "Benjamin Berell Ferencz Post Office Building."
H. RES. 1340 — Congratulating the University of Tennessee, Knoxville as the College World Series winner.
July 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:291
H. RES. 1340 is a resolution by the U.S. House of Representatives congratulating the University of Tennessee, Knoxville Volunteers baseball team for their victory in the 2024 College World Series. The resolution acknowledges the team's accomplishments, including setting...
Simple Explanation
The U.S. House of Representatives made a special note to say "great job" to the University of Tennessee's baseball team for winning a big contest called the College World Series. They are giving special copies of this note to the team, the school leaders, and the sports boss.
S. RES. 557 — Authorizing the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to conduct quarterly blood donation drives.
February 09, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:350
S. RES. 557 authorizes the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to organize quarterly blood donation drives during the year 2024. The Sergeant at Arms is responsible for choosing the dates, locations, and partnering blood donation organizations for these events, with...
Simple Explanation
The Senate wants to hold blood donation events four times in 2024, and they've asked a special team to plan where and when these will happen and which blood donation helpers to team up with. They have to get approval from another group in the Senate before making their choices.
H. RES. 999 — Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.
February 06, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:58
H. RES. 999 is a resolution from the House of Representatives dated February 6, 2024. It elects Mr. Gomez to the House's Committee on Ways and Means. This resolution is administrative and does not involve any legislative changes.
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 999 is a special note from the House of Representatives saying that Mr. Gomez will join a group of people who talk about how money is spent and collected in the country. It doesn't change any laws, and it's just about Mr. Gomez joining this team.
H. RES. 1402 — Commending the Minnesota State University, Mankato women’s and men’s basketball teams for winning the 2024 NCAA Division II Basketball National Championships.
August 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:351
H. RES. 1402 is a resolution from the U.S. House of Representatives that recognizes and praises the women’s and men’s basketball teams at Minnesota State University, Mankato for winning the 2024 NCAA Division II Basketball National Championships. The resolution highlights key...
Simple Explanation
The Minnesota State University, Mankato basketball teams won a big championship, and Congress wants to congratulate them for being awesome at basketball. They also give a shout-out to the teams that finished second for trying their best too!
S. RES. 526 — Repealing standing orders relating to flowers in the Senate Chamber.
January 17, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:132
S. RES. 526 is a resolution that does away with specific rules about flowers in the Senate Chamber. It repeals Senate Resolution 284 from 1905 and Senate Resolution 221 from 1983, which were the standing orders related to the presence of flowers in the chamber. This change means there are no...
Simple Explanation
In 1905 and 1983, there were special rules about flowers in the Senate's big meeting room, but now they decided those rules aren't needed, so they said goodbye to them! Now, there are no special rules about having flowers there.
H. RES. 1561 — Condemning President Biden’s remarks referring to President Trump’s supporters as garbage.
November 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:148
H. RES. 1561 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to formally express disapproval of remarks made by President Biden. On October 29, 2024, President Biden referred to the supporters of President Trump as "garbage." The resolution, submitted by Mr. Rose...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, some people in the government are upset because President Biden called the people who like President Trump "garbage," and they want to officially say they don't like that he said that. It's like when someone says something mean, and their friends want to tell them it's not nice.
H. R. 10065 — An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 802 North Tancahua Street in Corpus Christi, Texas, as the Captain Robert E. Bob Batterson Post Office.
December 04, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:244
H. R. 10065 designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 802 North Tancahua Street in Corpus Christi, Texas, as the "Captain Robert E. 'Bob' Batterson Post Office." This bill ensures that all references to this postal facility in legal and official...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about changing the name of a post office in Corpus Christi, Texas, to be called the "Captain Robert E. 'Bob' Batterson Post Office." This means whenever someone talks about this post office in official documents, they will use its new special name.
H. RES. 1002 — Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2024.
February 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:504
H. RES. 1002 is a resolution recognizing the cultural and historical importance of Lunar New Year in 2024. The resolution acknowledges that Lunar New Year, celebrated by many Asian nations and cultures, begins with the lunar calendar and is celebrated worldwide, including by many Asian...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1002 is like a special note from the government saying they think Lunar New Year, a holiday celebrated by many people around the world, is important. They want to show respect and wish everyone who celebrates it a happy and successful new year! 🎉
H. J. RES. 181 — Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to Definition of Employer-Association Health Plans.
December 16, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:422
H. J. RES. 181 is a resolution that expresses Congress's disapproval of a rule created by the Department of Labor. This rule defines terms related to "Employer"-Association Health Plans. If this resolution is passed, the rule submitted by the Department of Labor on April 30, 2024, would be...
Simple Explanation
This bill is like when someone says, "I don't agree with this new rule," and if enough people in charge agree, that rule won't count anymore. It's about a rule that decides who can join together to get health insurance, and some people think it should not be used.
S. RES. 661 — Designating the week of April 15 through April 21, 2024, as National Osteopathic Medicine Week.
April 23, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:178
S. RES. 661 designates the week of April 15 through April 21, 2024, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week." This resolution acknowledges the important contributions of osteopathic physicians to the healthcare system in the United States. It highlights the role of osteopathic...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, the U.S. Senate wants to celebrate a special week in April where people say thank you to doctors who practice osteopathic medicine, which is a way of helping people stay healthy by looking at the whole person and not just their sickness.
H. RES. 1322 — Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.
June 26, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:69
H. RES. 1322 is a resolution from the U.S. House of Representatives. It resolves to elect Mr. Rulli to two standing committees: the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on the Judiciary. This decision was made on June 26, 2024, during the 118th Congress.
Simple Explanation
In this resolution, a person named Mr. Rulli is chosen to help with important work in two groups in the House of Representatives. These groups help make rules about schools and laws.
S. RES. 757 — Designating the week of May 5, 2024, through May 11, 2024, as Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week.
July 09, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:175
S. RES. 757 is a resolution passed by the U.S. Senate to designate the week of May 5, 2024, through May 11, 2024, as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week." Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) is a disorder that causes involuntary and repetitive movements, often as a side effect of certain...
Simple Explanation
The U.S. Senate decided to call the week of May 5-11, 2024, "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week" to help people learn about a condition that makes parts of the body move on their own because of some medicines. This is to make sure people know to ask doctors for help if they see these movements.
S. RES. 861 — Expressing support for the designation of September 2024 as Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month in order to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection methods, effective treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease.
November 19, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:337
S. RES. 861 is a resolution expressing support for designating September 2024 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month." The purpose is to educate communities in the United States about sickle cell disease, emphasizing the need for research, early detection, effective treatments, and...
Simple Explanation
In September 2024, people want to make sure everyone knows about sickle cell disease, a sickness that affects the blood, by learning more about it and finding better ways to help those with it. They want everyone to join in activities to raise awareness and support for these people.
S. RES. 519 — Congratulating the South Dakota State University Jackrabbits on winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Championship Subdivision title.
January 11, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:241
S. RES. 519 recognizes the South Dakota State University Jackrabbits football team for winning the 2024 NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision title. The resolution highlights the team's undefeated season record of 15-0 and acknowledges their robust performance,...
Simple Explanation
The resolution is like a big congratulations card from the Senate to the South Dakota State University Jackrabbits for being really good at football. They played a lot of games and didn't lose a single one, and their coach is getting a special mention too!
H. RES. 1204 — Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.
May 07, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:65
H. RES. 1204 is a resolution from the U.S. House of Representatives, dated May 7, 2024. It announces the election of a Member, Mr. Kennedy, to the House Committee on Homeland Security. Mr. Kennedy will serve on the committee immediately after Mr. Suozzi in ranking order. This...
Simple Explanation
Mr. Kennedy is now part of a special group in the House of Representatives that focuses on keeping America safe, and he will work right after Mr. Suozzi does.
H. CON. RES. 124 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the Hidden Figures Congressional Gold Medal Act.
August 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:228
H. Con. Res. 124 allows Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center to be used for a ceremony on September 18, 2024. This ceremony is to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the Hidden Figures Congressional Gold Medal Act. The resolution specifies that the...
Simple Explanation
In simple terms, this is a plan to use a special room in the Capitol on a specific day to give out important awards called the Congressional Gold Medals to some very smart women, like those from the story "Hidden Figures." They will make sure everything is set up just right for the event.
S. RES. 568 — Designating the week of February 26 through March 1, 2024, as Public Schools Week.
February 28, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:194
S. RES. 568 designates the week of February 26 through March 1, 2024, as "Public Schools Week" in the United States. The resolution recognizes the crucial role that public schools play in educating 90% of the nation's children, preparing them to contribute to society and the...
Simple Explanation
S. RES. 568 wants to make the last week of February a special time to celebrate all the good things about public schools, which are the schools most kids go to, and remind everyone how important it is to help make these schools better for all children.
S. RES. 671 — Expressing support for the designation of the week of April 28, 2024, through May 4, 2024, as National Small Business Week to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.
May 02, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:550
S. RES. 671 is a resolution expressing support for designating the week of April 28, 2024, through May 4, 2024, as "National Small Business Week." The resolution highlights the important role of over 33 million small businesses in the United States, which support more than 62...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make a special week called "National Small Business Week" to say thank you and cheer on the many small businesses that help people all over the United States by providing jobs and making our communities better.
S. RES. 874 — Honoring the Southeast Region Little League baseball team from Lake Mary, Florida, for winning the 2024 Little League Baseball World Series.
November 14, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:161
S. RES. 874 recognizes and honors the Southeast Region Little League baseball team from Lake Mary, Florida, for their remarkable achievement in winning the 2024 Little League Baseball World Series. The resolution highlights the team's historic win as the first Florida team to...
Simple Explanation
The U.S. Senate wants to say "Congratulations!" to a kids' baseball team from Lake Mary, Florida, because they won a really big baseball contest called the Little League World Series. It's a special win because they are the first team from Florida to do this in 77 years!
S. RES. 775 — Expressing support for the designation of July 15, 2024, as “National Leiomyosarcoma Awareness Day”.
July 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:167
S. RES. 775 is a resolution introduced in the United States Senate expressing support for designating July 15, 2024, as "National Leiomyosarcoma Awareness Day." Leiomyosarcoma is a rare and difficult-to-treat cancer that affects muscle tissue and does not respond well to...
Simple Explanation
Senate Resolution 775 is about showing support for a special day called "National Leiomyosarcoma Awareness Day" to help people learn about a rare type of cancer that affects muscles. It hopes to spread awareness so people can better understand the illness and encourage more research and support for people affected by it.
H. R. 6929 — To appropriate funds for the Affordable Connectivity Program of the Federal Communications Commission.
January 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:218
H.R. 6929, also known as the “Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act of 2024,” aims to allocate $7 billion for the Affordable Connectivity Program, which is part of the Federal Communications Commission. This funding will be available for fiscal year 2024 and will remain available...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, the government wants to give $7 billion to help people pay for the internet. This money can be used until it's all gone, but right now, there aren't any specific rules on how to spend it.
S. RES. 756 — Designating June 19, 2024, as Juneteenth Independence Day in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which news of the end of slavery reached the slaves in the Southwestern States.
July 09, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:420
The resolution, S. RES. 756, designates June 19, 2024, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in recognition of the date in 1865 when enslaved people in the Southwestern United States learned of their freedom, over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It acknowledges the...
Simple Explanation
The bill says that June 19, 2024, will be called "Juneteenth Independence Day" to celebrate when the last enslaved people in the American Southwest were told they were free in 1865. It's a special day to remember and learn about African-American freedom and culture.
H. RES. 1157 — Recognizing linemen, the profession of linemen, the contributions of these brave men and women who protect public safety, and expressing support for the designation of April 18, 2024, as National Lineman Appreciation Day.
April 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:314
H. RES. 1157 celebrates the profession of linemen and acknowledges their crucial contributions to public safety and the economy. It highlights the dangerous and essential work linemen do, often as first responders during emergencies, and supports the idea of declaring April...
Simple Explanation
This idea from Congress is to have a special day on April 18, 2024, to say thank you to linemen, who are brave people that help fix and keep the lights and electricity working safely. It’s kind of like celebrating superheroes who work really hard to make sure we have power!
S. 4176 — To authorize major medical facility projects for the Department of Veterans Affairs for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes.
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April 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:755
S. 4176, the "Fiscal Year 2024 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act," allows for the construction and renovation of major medical facilities by the Department of Veterans Affairs in 2024. It includes projects in several states, with total funding up to...
Simple Explanation
S. 4176 is a plan to spend a lot of money on fixing and building new hospitals and health centers for veterans in different places across the country, to help them get better care. It’s like fixing up and making bigger hospitals where veterans go when they are not feeling well, but it doesn’t say exactly why or how the money will be spent on each hospital.

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