Search Results: keywords:"community impact"

  • S. RES. 563 — Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Hulman Center.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:159

    The resolution, S. RES. 563, recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Hulman Center in Terre Haute, Indiana. Funded by Tony Hulman and opened in 1973, the center can hold up to 10,000 people and is home to the Indiana State Sycamores basketball teams. It has hosted numerous significant events...

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    The Senate wants to celebrate the Hulman Center in Indiana because it’s been there for 50 years, hosting big events like basketball games and concerts with famous people like Elvis. It's a special place for the community to come together and have fun.

  • H. R. 9580 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2777 Brentwood Road in Raleigh, North Carolina, as the Millie Dunn Veasey Post Office.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:294

    H.R. 9580 proposes to rename the United States Postal Service facility at 2777 Brentwood Road in Raleigh, North Carolina, as the “Millie Dunn Veasey Post Office.” This action serves to officially recognize and honor Millie Dunn Veasey by dedicating the postal office in her...

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    The bill wants to change the name of a post office in Raleigh, North Carolina, to the "Millie Dunn Veasey Post Office" to honor someone special named Millie Dunn Veasey.

  • S. RES. 595 — Recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in the lives of the people and communities of the United States.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:250

    The resolution recognizes and celebrates the contributions of AmeriCorps members, alumni, and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers to communities across the United States. It highlights the positive impacts they have made in various areas such as education, public safety, disaster response, and...

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    The bill says thank you to people who help others through AmeriCorps, a group that does good things like teaching, keeping us safe, and taking care of nature. It invites everyone to join in and do good things too, especially during a special week called AmeriCorps Week.

  • H. RES. 1582 — Honoring the lives of those who passed away in the tragic gangway collapse on Sapelo Island, Georgia.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:279

    H. RES. 1582 is a resolution introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to honor the lives of seven individuals who died in a gangway collapse on Sapelo Island, Georgia, on October 19, 2024. The resolution recognizes the tragedy's impact on the Sapelo Island and Gullah...

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    This resolution is like a special letter from Congress saying they are really sad about the people who died when a walkway broke on Sapelo Island. It also thanks the police and helpers who rushed to help when it happened.

  • S. 4432 — To allow certain Federal minerals to be mined consistent with the Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification.
    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:597

    S. 4432 allows for the mining of certain Federal minerals in line with the Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification. This plan specifically pertains to the mining of Federal coal reserves at Bull Mountains Mine No. 1 in Musselshell County, Montana. The Secretary of the...

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    S. 4432 is a plan that lets certain minerals be taken from the ground in a specific part of Montana. The boss in charge of this has to quickly say yes to the plan without making changes, even if it might upset some people or animals nearby.

  • S. RES. 883 — Recognizing Big Brothers Big Sisters of America on its 120th anniversary.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:267

    The resolution recognizes Big Brothers Big Sisters of America on its 120th anniversary for its significant role in mentoring young people across the country. It highlights the organization's founding in 1904 and its current operations in over 5,000 communities, emphasizing its belief in the...

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    Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is being recognized for helping kids for 120 years by matching them with mentors who care about them, and the Senate says, "Yay, keep up the good work!"

  • H. R. 7607 — An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at Block 1025, Lots 18 & 19, Northeast Corner of US Route 9 South and Main Street in the Township of Middle, County of Cape May, New Jersey, as the George Henry White Post Office Building.
    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:401

    H.R. 7607 is a bill that proposes to rename a United States Postal Service facility located at Block 1025, Lots 18 & 19, at the northeast corner of US Route 9 South and Main Street in the Township of Middle, County of Cape May, New Jersey. If passed, the facility will be officially...

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    The bill wants to give a post office in New Jersey a new name, calling it the "George Henry White Post Office Building," and makes sure everyone uses this name in the future.

  • H. R. 9140 — To direct the Secretary of the Interior to issue a report regarding the effects of mine subsidence.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:242

    H. R. 9140 requires the Secretary of the Interior to prepare a report on how mine subsidence affects communities. The report must be submitted to Congress within 180 days of the law's enactment and should detail the impact on local economies and welfare. It also needs to...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 9140 is like asking a person to make a big guess about where the ground might crack because of old underground holes left by miners. This person has to write a report about how these cracks could affect people and towns and share what they are doing to stop it.

  • S. RES. 562 — Honoring the life and legacy of George F. McGinnis.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:222

    The resolution S. RES. 562 honors the life and achievements of George F. McGinnis, who was a celebrated basketball player, especially noted for his contributions to the Indiana Pacers and his induction into multiple halls of fame. It recognizes his success and dedication to...

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    The resolution is about saying thank you and goodbye to a famous basketball player named George F. McGinnis, who played well for the Indiana Pacers and was very loved in his community. It asks for a special thank you note to be sent to his family.