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Search Results: keywords:"congressional resolution"

H. CON. RES. 95 — Expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2024, as Abortion Provider Appreciation Day.
March 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:368
H. Con. Res. 95 is a resolution expressing support for recognizing March 10, 2024, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day.” The resolution honors the work and dedication of abortion providers and their staff who deliver essential and compassionate care. It highlights the challenges they face,...
Simple Explanation
The bill says that March 10, 2024, should be a day to appreciate and thank the doctors and nurses who help with abortions because they do important work, even though it is sometimes hard and scary for them. It also wishes for a future where there are no rules stopping people from getting an abortion if they need one.
S. CON. RES. 3 — Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in state of the remains of the late James Earl Carter, Jr., 39th President of the United States.
January 03, 2025
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:119
Words:316
S. CON. RES. 3 is a concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the U.S. Capitol rotunda for the lying in state of the late James Earl Carter, Jr., who served as the 39th President of the United States. The resolution allows Carter's remains to be placed in the rotunda from...
Simple Explanation
S. CON. RES. 3 is a special permission that lets the body of Jimmy Carter, an important leader who was once the President of the United States, be displayed in a special room in a big, important building, from January 7 to January 9, 2025, so that people can come and say goodbye.
S. RES. 527 — To commend and congratulate the Harding University football team for winning the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II national championship.
January 18, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:224
The resolution, S. RES. 527, commends and congratulates the Harding University football team, known as the Bisons, for winning the 2023 NCAA Division II national championship and achieving a perfect season. Key accomplishments highlighted include their victory over Colorado School of Mines,...
Simple Explanation
This is a special message from some important people in the government who want to say "Great job!" to the Harding University football team for winning a big championship. They played super well, and everyone, including their coach, fans, and helpers, is very proud of them!
H. CON. RES. 128 — Expressing support for the designation of September 29, 2024, as Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Day.
September 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:501
House Concurrent Resolution 128, introduced in the 118th Congress, expresses support for recognizing September 29, 2024, as "Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Day". This resolution acknowledges the 125th anniversary of the founding of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW),...
Simple Explanation
The U.S. Congress wants to celebrate a special day on September 29, 2024, to say thank you to a group called the Veterans of Foreign Wars, who have helped soldiers for many, many years. They want the President to invite everyone to have fun activities to honor them.
S. CON. RES. 25 — Providing for a correction in the enrollment of H.R. 2872.
January 18, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:120
S. CON. RES. 25 is a resolution that makes a specific correction to the title of H.R. 2872, which relates to making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to amend the title of the...
Simple Explanation
S. CON. RES. 25 is a special message asking the people in charge of laws to fix the title of another law (H.R. 2872) so that it's clear about how much money should be used for this year until the end of September.
H. RES. 1421 — Supporting the goals of Blood Cancer Awareness Month.
September 03, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:165
H.RES. 1421 is a resolution presented in the United States House of Representatives to support "Blood Cancer Awareness Month." This resolution highlights the critical need for continued research and education about blood cancers, such as leukemia and lymphoma, which affect...
Simple Explanation
H.RES. 1421 is like a big "Go Team!" cheer from the House of Representatives to get everyone to learn and care more about blood cancers, like leukemia and lymphoma, which many people have in the US. It doesn't talk about money; it just says it's important for people to know more and support each other.
H. RES. 969 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6914) to require institutions of higher education to disseminate information on the rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6918) to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from restricting funding for pregnancy centers; and providing for consideration of the resolution (H.Res. 957) denouncing the Biden administration’s open-borders policies, condemning the national security and public safety crisis along the southwest border, and urging President Biden to end his administration’s open-borders policies.
January 17, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:542
The resolution H. RES. 969 outlines the procedures for considering three pieces of legislation in the House of Representatives. First, it allows for the discussion of H.R. 6914, a bill that requires colleges to provide information to pregnant students about...
Simple Explanation
This plan explains how lawmakers will talk about three different ideas: one to help pregnant students get info about their rights at college, another to make sure places where pregnant people get help get money, and another to say they disagree with how President Biden is handling people coming into the country.
H. RES. 1025 — Expressing support for the designation of April 5, 2024, as Barth Syndrome Awareness Day.
February 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:193
H. RES. 1025 is a resolution that supports designating April 5, 2024, as "Barth Syndrome Awareness Day." It aims to raise awareness about Barth syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that primarily affects males and can be life-threatening due to heart failure or infections. The resolution...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1025 is a suggestion to make April 5, 2024, "Barth Syndrome Awareness Day" to help people learn about a rare illness that mostly affects boys and can make them very sick. This day is meant to encourage finding better ways to identify and treat the disease and to say thank you to groups that support these efforts.
H. RES. 1294 — Commending the Florida Everblades hockey team for winning the 2024 East Coast Hockey League’s Patrick J. Kelly Cup.
June 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:193
H. RES. 1294 is a resolution that commends the Florida Everblades hockey team for winning the 2024 Patrick J. Kelly Cup in the East Coast Hockey League. The resolution highlights the team's achievements, including setting new records for the most championships in league...
Simple Explanation
The U.S. Congress wrote a special letter to say "congratulations" to the Florida Everblades, a hockey team, because they did a great job by winning a special hockey tournament three times in a row!
H. RES. 1296 — Expressing support for the designation of June 12, 2024, as Women Veterans Appreciation Day.
June 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:140
H. RES. 1296 expresses support for designating June 12, 2024, as "Women Veterans Appreciation Day" in order to recognize the contributions of women in the United States Armed Forces. The resolution notes that women have been serving both formally and informally in the...
Simple Explanation
In June 2024, people want to have a special day to say thank you to women who have served in the military, because they have worked hard and faced tough challenges. It’s a day to show appreciation for everything they've done to help keep us safe.
H. RES. 1124 — Expressing support for the designation of the last Tuesday of April each year as APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease (AMKD) Awareness Day.
April 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:226
H. RES. 1124 is a resolution that supports the creation of “APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease (AMKD) Awareness Day” on the last Tuesday of April each year. It highlights that kidney disease, particularly AMKD, is a serious health issue affecting many Americans, especially in the Black community....
Simple Explanation
This resolution wants to create a special day every year called "APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease Awareness Day" to help teach people about a type of kidney problem that affects a lot of people, especially in the Black community. It aims to encourage learning about what causes this disease and suggests testing for certain genes in people who might be more at risk.
H. RES. 1497 — Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 23 through September 27, 2024, as National Hazing Awareness Week.
September 24, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:206
H. RES. 1497, introduced in the House of Representatives, expresses support for the designation of September 23 to September 27, 2024, as "National Hazing Awareness Week." The resolution highlights the serious issue of hazing in educational institutions, noting that it can...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1497 is a special idea from Congress to have a week called "National Hazing Awareness Week" from September 23 to September 27, 2024. During this week, everyone is reminded that hazing is harmful and that it's important to learn how to stop it in schools and other places.
S. RES. 913 — Supporting the goals and ideals of a National Move Over Law Day.
November 21, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:201
S. RES. 913 is a resolution from the 118th Congress supporting the establishment of a National Move Over Law Day in the United States. This resolution recognizes the risks faced by traffic incident management responders, such as police officers and emergency personnel, who...
Simple Explanation
In November 2024, the Senate talked about making a special day to remind drivers to be careful around police and emergency vehicles on the road. This day is called "National Move Over Law Day," and it's all about making sure people know to slow down or change lanes when they see police cars or ambulances stopped, so that everyone stays safe.
H. RES. 1251 — Honoring Rosalynn Smith Carter’s legacy in mental health advocacy.
May 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:224
H. RES. 1251 is a resolution recognizing and honoring the legacy of Rosalynn Smith Carter for her impactful advocacy in mental health. The resolution recounts her lifelong dedication to raising awareness and reducing stigma around mental health and substance use disorders. It acknowledges her...
Simple Explanation
Rosalynn Smith Carter worked hard to help people talk about mental health without feeling bad about it, and this resolution says "thank you" for her efforts and reminds people to keep being kind and helpful to those with mental health challenges.
H. CON. RES. 114 — Expressing the sense of Congress that the International Olympic Committee should allow Taiwan to participate in the 2024 Summer Olympics under the national name, flag, and anthem of its own choosing.
June 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:228
H. CON. RES. 114 is a resolution expressing the view of Congress that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) should permit Taiwan to participate in the 2024 Summer Olympics using its own national name, flag, and anthem. The resolution highlights the unfair treatment of...
Simple Explanation
Congress wants to tell the people in charge of the Olympics that Taiwan should be able to play in the 2024 games using their own name, flag, and song, just like any other country. Right now, they have to use a different name because of pressure from China, and Congress thinks that's not fair.
H. RES. 1055 — Congratulating the Kansas City Chiefs on their victory in Super Bowl LVIII.
March 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:138
The resolution, H. RES. 1055, congratulates the Kansas City Chiefs on their victory in Super Bowl LVIII, where they defeated the San Francisco 49ers by a score of 25 to 22. It acknowledges the challenges they faced to reach and win the Super Bowl, celebrates key performances by players like...
Simple Explanation
The people in Congress are saying "hooray" to the Kansas City Chiefs for winning a big football game, called the Super Bowl, against the San Francisco 49ers. They talk about how the team's players did really well and made their fans very happy.
H. RES. 972 — Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by expressing support for the designation of January 2024 as National Stalking Awareness Month.
January 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:256
H. RES. 972 is a resolution expressing support for making January 2024 "National Stalking Awareness Month." The resolution highlights the widespread issue of stalking in the United States, emphasizing that both men and women can be victims. It recognizes the efforts of...
Simple Explanation
In January 2024, people in the United States want to remind everyone how important it is to stop stalking, which is when someone follows or bothers another person. They plan to tell lots of people about it, even though they haven't decided exactly how they'll do it.
S. RES. 27 — Congratulating the North Dakota State University Bison football team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Championship Subdivision title.
January 15, 2025
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:119
Words:289
The Senate passed a resolution to congratulate the North Dakota State University Bison football team for winning the 2024 NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision title. The resolution recognizes the accomplishments of the team, including their 18th national championship win and 10th...
Simple Explanation
The U.S. Senate gave a big "hooray" to the North Dakota State University Bison football team for winning an important football championship. They said "great job" to the players, coaches, and fans for their hard work and cheering.
H. CON. RES. 131 — Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to Latina women in comparison to White, non-Hispanic men.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:292
H. Con. Res. 131 is a resolution that recognizes the ongoing issue of wage disparity faced by Latina women compared to White, non-Hispanic men in the United States. It highlights how, despite existing legal protections against pay discrimination, Latina women earn significantly less and face...
Simple Explanation
This is about a special day called "Latina Equal Pay Day" to remind everyone that Latina women get paid less than White men, even when doing the same work, and it asks people to try harder to make sure everyone is paid fairly.
S. RES. 936 — Congratulating the Los Angeles Galaxy for winning the 2024 Major League Soccer Cup.
December 19, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:240
The resolution, S. RES. 936, congratulates the Los Angeles Galaxy for winning the 2024 Major League Soccer Cup. It acknowledges the team's achievements during the playoffs and recognizes the contributions of the players, coaches, management, and staff. Additionally, the resolution commends...
Simple Explanation
The U.S. Senate made a special message to say "Well done!" to the Los Angeles Galaxy soccer team for winning a big tournament. They also wanted to make sure the team’s coaches, players, and fans know how proud everyone is of their hard work.
H. RES. 1057 — Denouncing calls for a cease-fire in Gaza.
March 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:244
H. RES. 1057 is a resolution in the House of Representatives denouncing calls for a cease-fire in Gaza. It highlights that Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, 2023, leading to numerous deaths. The resolution criticizes U.S. funding of Hamas through the United Nations Relief and Works Agency...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1057 is a plan from the House of Representatives that says they do not want to stop fighting in a place called Gaza right now. It also talks about stopping giving money to certain groups until they are sure what the money is used for.
S. RES. 623 — To provide for related procedures concerning the articles of impeachment against Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security.
March 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,954
S. RES. 623 outlines the process for the Senate to handle the impeachment articles against Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, the Secretary of Homeland Security. Introduced by several Senators, the resolution dictates the timeline and procedures for issuing summons, filing documents, presenting...
Simple Explanation
This bill is about the special rules the Senate will follow to decide if the person in charge of America's safety, Alejandro Mayorkas, did something wrong and should lose his job. It talks about how they will listen to both sides and what steps they need to take to make a fair decision.
H. RES. 1568 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8932) to establish an earlier application processing cycle for the FAFSA; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7409) to amend the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to waive the requirement for a Federal drilling permit for certain activities, to exempt certain activities from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8446) to amend the Energy Act of 2020 to include critical materials in the definition of critical mineral, and for other purposes.
November 13, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:541
H. RES. 1568 allows the U.S. House of Representatives to discuss three specific bills. First, it considers H.R. 8932, which speeds up the FAFSA application process, by automatically including proposed changes from a committee. Second, it allows discussion of H.R. 7409, which changes the...
Simple Explanation
This plan lets grown-ups talk about three ideas: making it easier to fill out college money forms, changing some rules about getting special permission to dig in the ground, and updating a list of important stuff we need. Each idea gets one hour to talk about and can be changed a little bit at the end.
H. RES. 1391 — Congratulating the American Motorcyclist Association on their 100th Anniversary.
July 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
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...
Simple Explanation
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. 558 — Congratulating the University of Missouri Tigers for winning the 2023 Cotton Bowl Classic.
February 09, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:236
The resolution, S. RES. 558, congratulates the University of Missouri Tigers football team for their victory in the 2023 Cotton Bowl Classic against Ohio State University. It recognizes the efforts and achievements of the players, coaches, and staff, and commends their successful season with...
Simple Explanation
In the Senate's congratulation note, they give a big cheer to the University of Missouri Tigers football team for winning an important game called the Cotton Bowl, and they say "great job" to the players and coaches for having a super season! They also give a special shoutout to a player named Cody Schrader for winning a cool award.
H. CON. RES. 34 — Expressing disapproval of the withdrawal by the Secretary of the Interior of approximately 225,504 acres of National Forest System lands in Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis Counties, Minnesota, from disposition under the United States mineral and geothermal leasing laws.
December 18, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:331
H. CON. RES. 34 is a resolution expressing Congress's disapproval of the decision made by the Secretary of the Interior to withdraw about 225,504 acres of National Forest System lands in Minnesota from being leased for mineral and geothermal purposes. The resolution...
Simple Explanation
Congress is saying they don't like a decision that stops people from looking for shiny rocks and hot water in a big area of forest in Minnesota. They want to change this decision but haven't told us why.
H. RES. 1183 — Commending the University of South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletics Association Women’s Basketball National Championship.
April 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:278
H. RES. 1183 is a resolution that commends the University of South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball team for winning the 2024 NCAA Women's Basketball National Championship. The Gamecocks achieved an undefeated season and beat the University of Iowa in the championship...
Simple Explanation
The bill is like a big "Congratulations!" card from the Congress to the University of South Carolina's women's basketball team for winning a big game called the 2024 National Championship. It also says good job to their coach because she did a great job leading the team.
S. RES. 23 — Recognizing the 4th anniversary of the Trump administration’s Secretary of the Air Force announcing Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, as the preferred location for United States Space Command Headquarters.
January 13, 2025
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:119
Words:306
The Senate Resolution 23 commemorates the 4th anniversary of Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, being announced as the preferred location for the United States Space Command Headquarters by the Trump administration's Secretary of the Air Force. It outlines the careful selection process...
Simple Explanation
In this resolution, the Senate is remembering a decision made four years ago to put an important space office in Alabama, saying it was the best spot based on careful checking. They are unhappy that another group later picked a different place in Colorado and wish for the decision to go back to putting the office in Alabama.
H. RES. 51 — Honoring Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., on reaching the historic milestone of 105 years of scholarship, service, sisterhood, and finer womanhood.
January 16, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:230
The resolution, H. RES. 51, honors Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., for reaching its 105th anniversary. It highlights the organization's history and achievements, including its founding on January 16, 1920, at Howard University by five women dedicated to service, scholarship,...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 51 is a special note from Congress saying "Great job!" to Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., which is like a big club for girls, for being around for 105 years and doing lots of good things like helping people and being friends. They started with five friends a long time ago and now have members all over the world!
H. CON. RES. 86 — Expressing the sense of Congress that a carbon tax would be detrimental to the United States economy.
March 22, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:115
H. CON. RES. 86 expresses the opinion of Congress that implementing a carbon tax would negatively impact the U.S. economy. The resolution outlines that such a tax would increase energy costs, harm economic growth, and put a burden on lower-income families and specific...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, Congress is saying that they think charging extra money for pollution (a carbon tax) would hurt how money and jobs work in America, making things cost more and making it tougher for people, especially those who don’t have a lot of money.

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