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H. RES. 1024 — Recognizing World Thinking Day as an annual celebration where members of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS), including members of Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), champion international friendship and take the opportunity to speak out about issues that affect girls and young women across the globe.
February 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:267
H. RES. 1024 acknowledges World Thinking Day as a yearly celebration where members of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS), including Girl Scouts of the USA, promote international friendship. The resolution emphasizes the theme for the 2024 World...
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H. RES. 1024 recognizes a special day called World Thinking Day, where Girl Scouts and Girl Guides from all over the world celebrate friendship and talk about helping the environment and people in need. It celebrates the great work they have been doing together for over 100 years.
H. R. 7386 — To establish a grant program to support career and technical education schools in their efforts to advocate for career and technical education programs and promote public awareness thereof.
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February 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:812
H. R. 7386 aims to establish a grant program to support career and technical education (CTE) schools. The bill seeks to fund initiatives that advocate for CTE programs, raise public awareness about the benefits of such programs, and promote partnerships with local businesses and...
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The bill wants to give money to schools that teach kids about different jobs and skills, helping more people know about and support these programs. Each year, from 2025 to 2030, schools can receive some of the money, and a boss called the Secretary of Education will decide who gets what.
H. RES. 1208 — Supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2024.
May 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:203
H. RES. 1208 is a resolution introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to support National Nurses Week, which takes place from May 6 to May 12, 2024. This resolution acknowledges the vital role nurses play as the largest group in the healthcare workforce, recognizing their leadership,...
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This bill says that people should celebrate National Nurses Week to show how much we appreciate nurses for the important work they do in helping take care of sick people. Nurses are a big part of hospitals and help make sure everyone gets better!
S. RES. 583 — Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the National League of Cities and the support it provides to municipalities across the United States.
March 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
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.
S. RES. 648 — Proclaiming a Declaration of Environmental Rights for Incarcerated People.
April 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:444
The S. RES. 648 resolution, submitted by Mr. Markey, aims to declare a set of environmental rights for incarcerated people. It highlights various environmental health issues faced by incarcerated individuals, such as exposure to toxic conditions, inadequate healthcare, and...
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The bill is like a promise saying that people in prison should have the right to live in places that are clean and safe, without bad chemicals or dangers, and they should be able to speak up about their environment without getting in trouble. However, it doesn't explain exactly how these promises will be kept or who will make sure they happen.
H. RES. 1168 — Supporting the designation of the week of April 21 through April 27, 2024, as National Crime Victims Rights Week.
April 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:392
The resolution H. RES. 1168 seeks to officially designate the week of April 21 through April 27, 2024, as "National Crime Victims Rights Week." It acknowledges the impact crime has on victims and survivors and emphasizes the need for support, services, and recognition for those affected. The...
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In H. RES. 1168, they want to set a special week from April 21 to April 27, 2024, called "National Crime Victims Rights Week," to remind everyone to help and support people who have been hurt by crimes, just like giving them a big, warm hug of hope and care.
H. RES. 1070 — Recognizing the essential work of the National League of Cities.
March 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:139
H. RES. 1070 recognizes the pivotal role of the National League of Cities (NLC) in advocating for U.S. municipal governments over the past century. It highlights NLC's efforts in influencing key federal legislation, supporting foundational services for communities, and...
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The H. RES. 1070 is like giving a big thank you card to the National League of Cities for helping make towns and cities better over the years. It says they've done a great job working with the government to do important things for people who live in different neighborhoods across the country.
H. RES. 1389 — Supporting the designation of the week of August 26 through August 30, 2024, as the second annual National Community Health Worker Awareness Week.
July 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:215
H. RES. 1389 is a resolution that supports designating the week of August 26 through August 30, 2024, as "National Community Health Worker Awareness Week" for the second time. It acknowledges the important role that community health workers play in connecting communities with...
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H. RES. 1389 wants to make the last week of August 2024 a special time to appreciate community health workers who help people get the healthcare and support they need. It highlights how important these workers are but doesn't say exactly how to hold these appreciation events.
H. RES. 1178 — Proclaiming a Declaration of Environmental Rights for Incarcerated People.
April 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:443
H. RES. 1178 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to ensure the environmental rights of incarcerated people. It acknowledges the severe environmental health problems faced by those in prisons and jails and asserts that incarcerated individuals should have the right to...
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H. RES. 1178 is like a promise from the government saying they want to make sure people in jail have clean and safe places to live. It talks about giving them the chance to speak up if something is wrong, but it doesn't say exactly how this will happen.
H. RES. 1578 — Honoring and commending the American Jewish Committee on its 118th anniversary.
November 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:204
H. RES. 1578 is a resolution from the U.S. House of Representatives honoring the American Jewish Committee (AJC) on its 118th anniversary. The resolution acknowledges the AJC’s founding in 1906 and its historical and ongoing contributions to fighting antisemitism, supporting...
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The bill is a special message from the U.S. House of Representatives saying "thank you" to the American Jewish Committee for working hard to stop hate, support human rights, and help people get along. It's like giving them a big high-five for everything they've done over 118 years!
H. RES. 52 — Recognizing and honoring the work of community organizations and individuals who create and maintain services and educational programs for marginalized groups ensuring the resilience and prosperity of members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
January 16, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:359
H. RES. 52 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to recognize and honor community organizations and individuals who support and educate marginalized groups, particularly those in the LGBTQIA+ community. The resolution highlights the importance of safe community spaces...
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H. RES. 52 is a way for the House of Representatives to say "thank you" to people and groups who help make the world a better place for LGBTQIA+ people. It talks about how important it is to keep these safe and happy places but doesn't actually say how we'll do it.
S. RES. 771 — Supporting the designation of the week of August 26 through August 30, 2024, as the second annual National Community Health Worker Awareness Week.
July 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:237
S. RES. 771 proposes designating the week of August 26 through August 30, 2024, as the second annual National Community Health Worker Awareness Week. This resolution acknowledges the vital role community health workers play in connecting individuals to health and social...
Simple Explanation
S. RES. 771 wants to make a special week every year to celebrate people who help others get health and social services, especially in places where it's hard to find help. This week reminds everyone how important these helpers are for keeping people healthy.
H. RES. 1111 — Recognizing the importance and contributions of neurodivergent people to the United States.
April 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:183
H. RES. 1111 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to recognize the contributions of neurodivergent individuals to the United States. The resolution acknowledges the value of neurodiversity and the significant impact that neurodivergent people have made...
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This bill says "Yay!" to people whose brains work a bit differently and says how awesome they are in making cool things happen, like inventing new gadgets and creating art. It also asks everyone to be nicer and more welcoming to them.

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