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  • H. RES. 956 — Expressing the great contributions to American society by Indian-American communities and the graduates of the Indian Institutes of Technology in the United States.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:187

    H. RES. 956 acknowledges the important contributions made by Indian-American communities and the graduates of the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) to American society. It highlights the significant roles these groups play in various fields, including technology, science,...

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    There's a special paper in the U.S. Congress called H. RES. 956. It says that people from India and those who went to top schools in India have done really great things in America, like making new technology and helping the economy. This paper wants everyone to say "thank you" and notice how they've made America better.

  • 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.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    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...

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    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. 850 — Designating October 2024 as National Country Music Month.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:140

    S. RES. 850 is a resolution passed by the U.S. Senate to officially designate October 2024 as "National Country Music Month." The resolution highlights the important role country music plays in American culture, noting its influence on other music genres and its contributions...

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    The U.S. Senate has decided that October 2024 will be called "National Country Music Month," which means everyone is encouraged to celebrate country music and its history during that month. This has been a tradition for a long time, and although no money or specific activities are mentioned, it's a special time to enjoy country music.

  • S. RES. 802 — Designating August 2024 as National Catfish Month.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:167

    S. RES. 802 designates August 2024 as "National Catfish Month" in the United States. The resolution acknowledges the states and regions that recognize catfish as part of their culture and economy, highlighting the significant economic and employment contributions of the U.S....

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    In August 2024, the U.S. wants to celebrate catfish by calling it "National Catfish Month." This means they want people to remember how important catfish are for jobs and the economy, and to encourage people to buy catfish grown in the U.S. because it's safe and good for families who raise them.

  • H. RES. 1538 — Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on October 13, 2024, as National Wildlife Refuge Week.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:513

    H. RES. 1538 is a resolution that expresses support for designating the week beginning on October 13, 2024, as "National Wildlife Refuge Week." It highlights the importance of the National Wildlife Refuge System in conserving wildlife, protecting endangered species, and...

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    This proposal is about celebrating a special week in October 2024 called "National Wildlife Refuge Week," which is all about protecting animals and nature, like a giant park for wildlife where people can also enjoy activities like birdwatching and hunting. It also wants everyone, including Native American tribes, to help take care of these important natural places.

  • H. RES. 1086 — Expressing support for the designation of March 19, 2024, as National Agriculture Day and celebrating the importance of agriculture as one of the most impactful industries in the United States.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:465

    H. RES. 1086 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives expressing support for March 19, 2024, to be recognized as "National Agriculture Day." The resolution celebrates the importance of agriculture as one of the most significant industries in the United...

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    H. RES. 1086 is telling everyone that March 19, 2024, will be a special day to say thank you to farmers and celebrate how important farming is for everyone in the United States.

  • H. RES. 1197 — Recognizing the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:253

    H. RES. 1197 acknowledges the important roles played by elementary and secondary school teachers in strengthening the United States through their contributions to civic, cultural, and economic well-being. The resolution highlights National Teacher Appreciation Week, held from...

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    H. RES. 1197 says a big thank you to school teachers for their hard work in helping everyone learn and grow. It reminds people to celebrate teachers during a special week in May.

  • S. RES. 645 — Designating the week of April 20 through April 28, 2024, as National Park Week.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:414

    S. RES. 645 designates the week of April 20 through April 28, 2024, as "National Park Week" to celebrate and recognize the importance of national parks in the United States. The resolution acknowledges the role of the National Park Service in preserving natural and cultural...

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    In April 2024, there will be a special week called "National Park Week" where people are encouraged to visit and enjoy the national parks in the United States. This week is to celebrate and appreciate these beautiful places and the people who take care of them.