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  • S. RES. 877 — Designating the week of October 6, 2024, through October 12, 2024, as National Community Policing Week.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:188

    S. RES. 877 is a resolution in the United States Senate that designates the week from October 6, 2024, to October 12, 2024, as "National Community Policing Week." The resolution emphasizes the importance of developing strong relationships based on trust and respect between...

    Simple Explanation

    This resolution is like picking a special week in October to remind everyone how important it is for police and people in a community to talk to each other and work together nicely, so everyone feels safe and happy where they live.

  • S. RES. 538 — Commending Blue Mountain Christian University for 150 years of service to the State of Mississippi and the United States.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:230

    S. RES. 538 is a resolution passed by the U.S. Senate commending Blue Mountain Christian University on its 150th anniversary. The resolution acknowledges the university's history of providing quality education, its contributions to community service and leadership, and its...

    Simple Explanation

    S. RES. 538 is like giving Blue Mountain Christian University a big high-five for being around and doing a great job for 150 years, teaching students and helping the community. The U.S. Senate wants to make sure that the special people in charge at the school know about this high-five by sending them a note.

  • S. 5314 — To designate the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Tulsa, Oklahoma, as the James Mountain Inhofe VA Medical Center.
    Status:Considered and Passed Senate
    Words:263

    S. 5314 is a bill that proposes naming the new medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs currently under construction in Tulsa, Oklahoma, as the "James Mountain Inhofe VA Medical Center." The bill specifies that, post-enactment, any references to this medical...

    Simple Explanation

    S. 5314 is a plan to name a new hospital for veterans being built in Tulsa, Oklahoma, after James Mountain Inhofe, so everyone will call it the "James Mountain Inhofe VA Medical Center" from then on.

  • S. RES. 627 — Honoring the memory of Jereima Jeri Bustamante on the sixth anniversary of her passing.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:203

    S. RES. 627 is a resolution introduced in the Senate to honor the memory of Jereima “Jeri” Bustamante on the sixth anniversary of her passing. The resolution highlights Jeri Bustamante's journey from Panama to the United States, her successful career, and her tireless...

    Simple Explanation

    The Senate wants to remember and honor a special person named Jeri Bustamante, who worked hard and helped a lot of people. They started a scholarship in her name to help students go to school and want everyone to remember her kindness and good work.

  • S. 5388 — To restore funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:1,861

    The bill, titled the "UNRWA Funding Emergency Restoration Act of 2024," seeks to restore U.S. funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), which provides essential humanitarian aid to Palestinian refugees. It highlights the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to help a big organization called UNRWA that gives important things like food and medicine to people who need them, especially in a place called Gaza. It says that the U.S. should start giving money again to UNRWA, but it doesn't say exactly how much or how it will make sure the money is spent wisely.

  • S. 5355 — An Act To ensure that the National Advisory Council on Indian Education includes at least 1 member who is the president of a Tribal College or University.
    Status:Enrolled Bill
    Words:202

    S. 5355 aims to enhance the representation of Tribal Colleges and Universities in the National Advisory Council on Indian Education. The bill mandates that the President ensures, within 180 days of the Act's enactment, that at least one member of this council is a president...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill says that there should be at least one person from a Tribal College or University on a special council that talks about education for Native American students, to make sure their voices are heard.

  • S. RES. 924 — Designating December 14, 2024, as National Wreaths Across America Day.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:253

    The resolution, S. RES. 924, passed in the U.S. Senate, designates December 14, 2024, as "National Wreaths Across America Day." This day honors the Wreaths Across America project, which has been placing wreaths on veterans’ graves for 33 years to remember, honor, and teach about the...

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    On December 14, 2024, people across the U.S. will celebrate National Wreaths Across America Day, a special day to remember and say thank you to soldiers who have served by placing pretty wreaths on their graves. This event shows appreciation to all the kind people, like truck drivers and helpers, who work together to make this happen every year.

  • S. RES. 856 — Recognizing the month of October 2024 as Filipino American History Month and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the United States.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:318

    S. RES. 856 recognizes October 2024 as Filipino American History Month in the United States. The resolution celebrates the rich history, culture, and significant contributions of Filipino Americans to the country. It highlights key historical moments, notable figures, and the...

    Simple Explanation

    In October 2024, people in the United States are encouraged to celebrate Filipino American History Month. This is a special time to learn about and appreciate the stories and achievements of Filipino Americans.

  • S. RES. 888 — Honoring the life of James Ralph Sasser, former Senator for the State of Tennessee.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:606

    S. RES. 888 is a resolution passed by the United States Senate to honor the life and legacy of James Ralph Sasser, a former Senator from Tennessee. The resolution recounts Senator Sasser's significant contributions, including his service in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, his...

    Simple Explanation

    The United States Senate wrote a special message to say thank you and goodbye to a man named James Ralph Sasser, who did important jobs helping people in Tennessee and in the whole country, like being a senator and an ambassador. They also decided to send this message to his family and to take a break in his honor.

  • S. J. RES. 54 — Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Egypt of certain defense articles and services.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:197

    S. J. RES. 54 is a legislative proposal introduced in the United States Senate. It seeks to block a proposed foreign military sale to Egypt that includes light tactical vehicle chassis, fleet build, and related equipment. The proposal is based on the Arms Export Control Act...

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Senate doesn't want to sell some of its military trucks and parts to Egypt, and they're using a special rule to stop it.

  • S. 4738 — For the relief of Vichai Sae Tung (also known as Chai Chaowasaree).
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:282

    S. 4738 seeks to grant permanent residence status to Vichai Sae Tung, also known as Chai Chaowasaree, regardless of other immigration laws. The bill stipulates that upon granting this status, the U.S. government must reduce the number of available immigrant visas by one for...

    Simple Explanation

    S. 4738 is a special plan by the government to let a person named Vichai Sae Tung, also called Chai Chaowasaree, live in the U.S. forever, but it means one less spot for someone else from his country to move here.

  • H. R. 1727 — An Act To amend the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Development Act to extend the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park Commission.
    Status:Placed on Calendar Senate
    Words:266

    H.R. 1727 aims to extend the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park Commission. The bill specifically amends a section of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Development Act to change the expiration of the commission's authority to October 1, 2031. This legislation has...

    Simple Explanation

    Imagine a group of people who take care of a special park that has an old canal. This bill wants to let them keep doing their job until the year 2031 so the park can stay nice and safe for everyone to visit.

  • S. 2143 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 320 South 2nd Avenue in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, as the Staff Sergeant Robb Lura Rolfing Post Office Building.
    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:343

    S. 2143 proposes to name the United States Postal Service facility at 320 South 2nd Avenue in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, as the “Staff Sergeant Robb Lura Rolfing Post Office Building.” This designation honors Staff Sergeant Robb Lura Rolfing, and any legal or official...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to rename the post office in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, after a hero named Staff Sergeant Robb Lura Rolfing, so everyone will know it’s his post office from now on.

  • S. 3577 — To designate the Federal building located at 300 E. 3rd Street in North Platte, Nebraska, as the Virginia Smith Federal Building, and for other purposes.
    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:310

    S. 3577 aims to officially name the Federal building located at 300 E. 3rd Street in North Platte, Nebraska, as the "Virginia Smith Federal Building." The bill mandates that all references to this building in United States laws and documents will use this new designation. The...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to give a new name to a big government building in North Platte, Nebraska, calling it the "Virginia Smith Federal Building." This will make sure everyone calls it by this new name from now on in all important papers and signs.

  • S. CON. RES. 36 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha I.
    Status:Engrossed in Senate
    Words:163

    S. CON. RES. 36 allows Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center to be used for an event on June 16, 2024, to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha I. The resolution specifies that any physical preparations for this event should follow guidelines set by the...

    Simple Explanation

    S. CON. RES. 36 is like giving permission to use a big special room in the Capitol building to throw a party on June 16, 2024, to remember and honor a king from Hawaii named King Kamehameha I. The people in charge of the building will make sure everything is set up the right way for the event.

  • S. RES. 889 — Designating October 30, 2024, as a national day of remembrance for the workers of the nuclear weapons program of the United States.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:275

    S. RES. 889 is a resolution designating October 30, 2024, as a national day of remembrance for the workers of the nuclear weapons program in the United States. The resolution honors the sacrifices and contributions of workers such as uranium miners, millers, haulers,...

    Simple Explanation

    This resolution wants everyone to remember and say "thank you" on October 30, 2024, to the people who worked hard making nuclear weapons, even when it was dangerous for them. It’s like a special day for appreciating their hard work and bravery.

  • S. 4073 — To prohibit the use of funds to waive certain sanctions with respect to Iran.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:217

    S. 4073 is a bill introduced in the U.S. Senate that aims to stop funds from being used to waive certain sanctions against Iran. Specifically, the bill restricts fiscal year 2024 funds from being used to determine or grant waivers under sections of the National Defense...

    Simple Explanation

    S. 4073 is a bill that tries to make sure no money is used to loosen certain rules that stop Iran from doing things the U.S. doesn't agree with. This means that for the year 2024, the U.S. doesn't want to change these rules, even if they normally could under some previous laws.