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  • S. CON. RES. 26 — Recognizing and supporting the efforts of the New Heights Bid Committee to bring the 2027 Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) Women’s World Cup competition to the United States and Mexico.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:282

    The concurrent resolution S. CON. RES. 26 expresses support for the New Heights Bid Committee's efforts to bring the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup to the United States and Mexico. It acknowledges the growing popularity of women's soccer and the U.S.’s past success in hosting...

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    This resolution shows that the U.S. Congress is cheering for a team trying to bring a big soccer event to the U.S. and Mexico in 2027, and they want to help make sure everything needed to host it happens smoothly.

  • S. RES. 896 — Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on November 11, 2024, as National School Psychology Week.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:211

    S. RES. 896 is a resolution presented in the Senate expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on November 11, 2024, as "National School Psychology Week." The resolution highlights the important role school psychologists play in supporting the mental health...

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    In November 2024, there will be a special week called "National School Psychology Week" to celebrate the people who help students feel better and do well in school. This is a reminder to everyone about how important these helpers are in making schools a good place to learn and grow.

  • S. RES. 547 — Acknowledging the two-year anniversary of Russia’s further invasion of Ukraine and expressing support for the people of Ukraine.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:380

    The resolution, S. RES. 547, recognizes the two-year anniversary of Russia's expanded invasion of Ukraine and shows support for the Ukrainian people. It outlines various humanitarian and geopolitical issues caused by the invasion, including war crimes and the displacement of...

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    S. RES. 547 is a special message from the Senate saying they are sad about what's happening in Ukraine because of Russia's actions, they care about the people there, and they want everyone to keep helping Ukraine and stopping the fighting.

  • S. RES. 129 — Recognizing and honoring teachers who have earned or maintained National Board Certification.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:210

    S. RES. 129 is a resolution from the United States Senate that recognizes and honors teachers who have earned or maintained their National Board Certification as of March 2025. National Board Certification is a distinction based on rigorous standards, which demonstrates a...

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    The bill is about saying thank you to special teachers who have a golden star for being really good at teaching and helping kids learn better, and it wants to help more teachers get this golden star by giving them what they need.

  • H. RES. 1618 — Expressing support for the designation of November 20, 2024, through December 20, 2024, as National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:390

    H. RES. 1618 is a resolution expressing support for the designation of November 20, 2024, through December 20, 2024, as "National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month." The resolution acknowledges the national crisis of gun violence and its impact, particularly on Black and Latinx...

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    This bill wants to make a special month for remembering people who have lost loved ones because of violence. It hopes to help those families feel supported and to raise awareness about stopping violence in communities.

  • H. RES. 247 — Expressing support for the designation of the week of March 23, 2025, through March 29, 2025, as National Cleaning Week.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:172

    H. RES. 247 is a resolution that shows support for recognizing the week of March 23-29, 2025, as "National Cleaning Week." The resolution highlights the importance of cleaning and disinfecting as essential measures to protect human health and reduce the spread of infectious...

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    This resolution is like a special week where everyone gets to celebrate the importance of cleaning to keep things like schools and hospitals safe and healthy, and it gives a big thank you to everyone who helps with cleaning.

  • S. RES. 845 — Expressing support for the recognition of September 23, 2024, to September 29, 2024, as Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:403

    S. RES. 845 is a resolution introduced in the Senate by Ms. Hirono and several other senators. It expresses support for recognizing the week of September 23 to September 29, 2024, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISI) Week." These institutions...

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    Imagine a special week where everyone celebrates schools that help Asian American and Pacific Islander students who might not have a lot of money or whose parents didn't go to college. This resolution says we should cheer for these schools and the students during one week in September 2024!

  • H. RES. 1128 — Recognizing the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, commending a month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and extending best wishes to Muslims in the United States and across the globe for a joyous and meaningful observance of Eid al-Fitr.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:270

    H. RES. 1128 is a resolution by the House of Representatives recognizing Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal. It acknowledges the global and American Muslim community's observance of Ramadan, and highlights the diversity and contributions of...

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    This resolution is like a friendly message from the U.S. House of Representatives saying, "We see and appreciate Ramadan, a special time for Muslims to fast and pray." It also sends good wishes to Muslims everywhere for a happy celebration when Ramadan is over.

  • H. RES. 946 — Recognizing Gold Shield Families and affirming that their sacrifices and difficulties should not be forgotten.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:241

    H. RES. 946 recognizes families of fallen first responders, referred to as Gold Shield Families, for their sacrifices when police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and other emergency service providers lose their lives while serving their communities. The resolution honors these families'...

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    This bill wants to say a big "thank you" to families of heroes like police officers and firefighters who died doing their jobs. It's a way to show respect and remember how brave these families are, even though the bill doesn't give them anything else like money.

  • H. RES. 299 — Expressing support for the designation of July 2025 as Veterans Appreciation Month.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:91

    H. RES. 299 is a resolution in the United States Congress that supports the designation of July 2025 as Veterans Appreciation Month. The resolution highlights the sacrifices and bravery of United States veterans who have served in the Armed Forces and emphasizes the importance of honoring...

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    In 2025, Congress wants to celebrate something called "Veterans Appreciation Month" in July, which is like a big thank-you party for all the people who have been brave and helped protect the country. They want to make sure everyone remembers how important it is to help and take care of these special people.

  • H. R. 7251 — To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize certain poison control programs.
    Status:Reported in House
    Words:470

    H.R. 7251, also known as the "Poison Control Centers Reauthorization Act of 2024," aims to continue funding and support for various poison control programs in the United States. The bill seeks to update sections of the Public Health Service Act to extend funding through...

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    H.R. 7251 is a plan to keep helping people who need advice when they touch or swallow something dangerous, like chemicals, by giving money to important call centers that people can reach when there's an emergency. This keeps these call centers open so that they can help people stay safe from 2025 to 2029.