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III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 157 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 5 (legislative day, April 4), 2025 Mrs. Hyde-Smith (for herself, Ms. Hirono , Mr. Booker , Mr. Cotton , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Wyden , and Mr. Husted ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating April 2025 as National Native Plant Month .

Whereas native plants are indigenous species that have evolved alongside native wildlife and occur naturally in a particular geographic region, ecosystem, and habitat; Whereas there are more than 17,000 native plant species in the United States, which include large shade trees, understory trees, shrubs, perennials, vines, grasses, and wildflowers; Whereas native plants are essential for healthy, diverse, and sustainable ecosystems and are critical for cleaning air, filtering water, and stabilizing soils; Whereas native plants are well-adapted to specific soils, temperatures, precipitation, and environmental conditions, making them the best option for conserving and protecting the environment and adapting to environmental changes; Whereas native plants provide shelter as well as nectar, pollen, seeds, and foliage that serve as food for native butterflies, caterpillars, birds, bees, and other wildlife in ways that non-native plants cannot; Whereas more than 200 of the native plant species in the United States are estimated to have been lost since the early 19th century; Whereas habitat loss and degradation, extreme weather events, and invasive species have contributed to the decline of native plants in the United States; and Whereas native plants are essential components of resilient ecosystems and the natural heritage of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates April 2025 as National Native Plant Month ; and (2) recognizes the benefits of native plants to the environment and economy of the United States.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 161 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 7, 2025 Mr. Durbin (for himself and Mr. Heinrich ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of the week of April 7 through April 11, 2025, as National Assistant Principals Week .

Whereas the National Association of Secondary School Principals (referred to in this preamble as NASSP ), the National Association of Elementary School Principals, and the American Federation of School Administrators have designated the week of April 7 through April 11, 2025, as National Assistant Principals Week ; Whereas an assistant principal, as a member of the school administration, interacts with many sectors of the school community, including support staff, instructional staff, students, and parents; Whereas assistant principals are responsible for establishing a positive learning environment and building strong relationships between school and community; Whereas assistant principals play a pivotal role in the instructional leadership of their schools by supervising student instruction, mentoring teachers, recognizing the achievements of staff, encouraging collaboration among staff, ensuring the implementation of best practices, monitoring student achievement and progress, facilitating and modeling data-driven decision making to inform instruction, and guiding the direction of targeted intervention and school improvement; Whereas the day-to-day logistical operations of schools require assistant principals to monitor and address facility needs, attendance, transportation issues, and scheduling challenges, as well as to supervise extra- and co-curricular events; Whereas assistant principals are entrusted with maintaining an inviting, safe, and orderly school environment that supports the growth and achievement of each and every student by nurturing positive peer relationships, recognizing student achievement, mediating conflicts, analyzing behavior patterns, providing interventions, and, when necessary, taking disciplinary actions; Whereas, since its establishment in 2004, the NASSP National Assistant Principal of the Year Program has recognized outstanding middle and high school assistant principals who demonstrate success in leadership, curriculum, and personalization; and Whereas the week of April 7 through April 11, 2025, is an appropriate week to designate as National Assistant Principals Week : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of National Assistant Principals Week ; (2) honors the contributions of assistant principals to the success of students in the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Assistant Principals Week with appropriate ceremonies and activities that promote awareness of the role played by assistant principals in school leadership and ensuring that every child has access to a high-quality education.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 162 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 8, 2025 Mr. Scott of Florida submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Honoring the memory of Jereima Jeri Bustamante on the seventh anniversary of her passing.

Whereas Jereima Jeri Bustamante (referred to in this preamble as Jeri Bustamante ) lived the American Dream; Whereas, after moving from Panama to the United States with her family, Jeri Bustamante— (1) attended Miami Beach Senior High School; and (2) earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication and Media Sciences and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Florida International University; Whereas Jeri Bustamante had a tireless work ethic and a passion for communication and paid for her education by working while enrolled in school; Whereas that tireless work ethic propelled Jeri Bustamante to professional success, beginning with an internship at a Miami television station and culminating in a period of service as press secretary to Governor Rick Scott; Whereas the enthusiasm, compassion, tenacity, and vibrant energy of Jeri Bustamante are greatly missed by her family, friends, and coworkers; Whereas the spirit of Jeri Bustamante lives on through the Jereima Bustamante Memorial Scholarship, which aims to help graduates of Miami Beach Senior High School achieve their goals and pursue the American Dream through a college education; and Whereas April 8, 2025, marks 7 years since the life of Jeri Bustamante was tragically cut short in a fatal boating accident: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) honors the life and memory of Jereima Jeri Bustamante (referred to in this resolution as Jeri Bustamante ); (2) offers heartfelt condolences to the family, loved ones, and friends of Jeri Bustamante; (3) recognizes that living the American Dream remains possible for any individual who, following the example of Jeri Bustamante, works hard to pursue and achieve a goal; and (4) encourages the recipients of the Jereima Bustamante Memorial Scholarship to carry on the legacy of Jeri Bustamante.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 164 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 9, 2025 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Mr. Budd ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

Whereas public safety telecommunications professionals play a critical role in emergency response; Whereas the work that public safety telecommunications professionals perform goes far beyond simply relaying information between the public and first responders; Whereas, when responding to reports of missing, abducted, and sexually exploited children, the information obtained and actions taken by public safety telecommunications professionals form the foundation for an effective response; Whereas, when a hostage taker or suicidal individual calls 911, the first contact that individual has is with a public safety telecommunications professional, whose negotiation skills can prevent the situation from worsening; Whereas, during crises, public safety telecommunications professionals, while collecting vital information to provide situational awareness for responding officers— (1) coach callers through first aid techniques; and (2) give advice to those callers to prevent further harm; Whereas the work done by individuals who serve as public safety telecommunications professionals has an extreme emotional and physical toll on those individuals, which is compounded by long hours and the around-the-clock nature of the job; Whereas public safety telecommunications professionals should be recognized by all levels of government for the lifesaving and protective nature of their work; Whereas major emergencies highlight the dedication of public safety telecommunications professionals and their important work in protecting the public and police, fire, and emergency medical officials; and Whereas public safety telecommunications professionals are often called as witnesses to provide important testimony in criminal trials: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week; (2) honors and recognizes the important and lifesaving contributions of public safety telecommunications professionals in the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to remember the value of the work performed by public safety telecommunications professionals.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 165 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 9, 2025 Mr. Sanders submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that the plan of President Trump and Elon Musk to fire 83,000 employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs is unacceptable and must be rescinded.

Whereas, at the direction of President Trump and Elon Musk, the Department of Veterans Affairs is preparing a plan to fire up to 83,000 employees who provide care and benefits to our veterans: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that the Department of Veterans Affairs must immediately reject and rescind its Agency Reduction in Force and Reorganization Plan.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 166 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 9, 2025 Ms. Duckworth submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs RESOLUTION Demanding the immediate reinstatement of all veteran Federal employees involuntarily removed or otherwise dismissed without cause since January 20, 2025.

Whereas, on February 13, 2025, the Department of Veterans Affairs (in this preamble referred to as the Department ) issued a statement dismissing more than 1,000 employees, including Veterans Crisis Line workers; Whereas, on February 24, 2025, the Department issued a statement dismissing an additional 1,400 employees, once again including Veterans Crisis Line workers; Whereas, on March 4, 2025, the Department distributed an internal memorandum outlining plans to dismiss up to 83,000 employees this year; Whereas, at least 6,000 veterans have been dismissed across the Federal workforce because of the Trump administration’s sweep of mass terminations across the Federal Government; Whereas, despite repeated demands for transparency and good governance, Members of Congress and the United States public have yet to receive— (1) data or justification about— (A) the decision-making process that lead to these involuntary dismissals; or (B) the already existing disruptions to several critical Department programs; or (2) the Administration’s plan for the future of the Department; Whereas veterans make up 30 percent of the Federal workforce, serving first in uniform and then choosing to continue to serve in the Federal Government; and Whereas it is the duty of the United States to support our veterans by making sure they have the benefits and care they were promised: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that any veteran Federal employee that was involuntarily removed or otherwise dismissed without cause since January 20, 2025, should— (1) be immediately reinstated with guaranteed full and timely back pay; and (2) receive timely notice of their reinstatement with clear instructions on the path forward for their position, with clear understanding, communication, and oversight from their respective chains of command.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 170 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 10, 2025 Mr. Thune (for himself and Mr. Schumer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of Desmond Bellard v. Ronald Wyden, U.S. Senator .

Whereas, Senator Ronald Wyden has been named as a respondent in the case of Desmond Bellard v. Ronald Wyden, U.S. Senator . No. S071813, pending in the Oregon Supreme Court; and Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(1) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. §§ 288b(a) and 288c(a)(1), the Senate may direct its counsel to defend Members of the Senate in civil actions relating to their official responsibilities: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent Senator Wyden named in the case of Desmond Bellard v. Ronald Wyden, U.S. Senator .
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 175 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 10, 2025 Mr. Young (for himself, Ms. Hassan , and Ms. Cantwell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing April 14, 2025, as World Quantum Day , and commemorating and supporting the goals of World Quantum Day.

Whereas quantum physics describes nature at the scale of atoms and subatomic particles; Whereas World Quantum Day is celebrated by scientists in more than 70 countries to promote public understanding of quantum science and technology around the world; Whereas the United States has recognized quantum information science, engineering, and technology as a key technology area for economic competition; Whereas quantum information science, engineering, and technology can solve problems that current technologies and computing methods cannot; Whereas quantum physics helps us to understand and develop technologies critical to everyday life, such as GPS, semiconductors, and lasers; Whereas quantum information science, engineering, and technology may be able to make transformative breakthroughs in fields as varied as logistics, material sciences, and life sciences; Whereas quantum information science is a multidisciplinary field, bridging science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (referred to in this preamble as STEM ); Whereas STEM is a critical part of education for children, and aptitude in STEM is essential for a knowledge-based society and for economic competition; Whereas the United States needs to reinforce STEM education for all students in order to better prepare children for future careers in emerging technologies, including quantum, to succeed in a 21st-century economy; Whereas STEM can be a fun and interesting part of education for children, and learning about quantum principles of superposition and entanglement can be an engaging way to teach children and attract children to study STEM; Whereas 2025 marks 100 years since the inception of quantum mechanics, and the United Nations has proclaimed 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology ; Whereas the Planck constant is a fundamental constant governing quantum physics, which is used to define universal measurements such as the kilogram; and Whereas the rounded first significant digits of the Planck constant are 4.14, and thus April 14 of each year is internationally recognized as World Quantum Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes April 14, 2025, as World Quantum Day ; (2) supports the goals of World Quantum Day to recognize and celebrate the role that quantum physics plays in our daily lives; and (3) encourages schools and educators to observe World Quantum Day with appropriate activities that teach students about quantum physics and engage students in the study of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 176 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 10, 2025 Mr. Budd (for himself, Mr. Kelly , and Mr. Boozman ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating April 5, 2025, as Gold Star Wives Day .

Whereas the Senate honors the sacrifices made by the surviving spouses and families of the fallen members of the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. represents the surviving spouses and families of the members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States who have died on active duty or as a result of a service-connected disability; Whereas the primary mission of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. is to provide advocacy, services, support, and friendship to the surviving spouses and children of the fallen members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas the first meeting of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. was held on April 5, 1945; Whereas, in 1945, Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. was organized with the help of Eleanor Roosevelt to assist the families left behind by the fallen members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas April 5, 2025, marks the 80th anniversary of the first meeting of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc.; Whereas the members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States bear the burden of protecting the freedom of the people of the United States; and Whereas the sacrifices of the families of the fallen members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States should never be forgotten: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates April 5, 2025, as Gold Star Wives Day ; (2) honors and recognizes— (A) the contributions of the members of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc.; and (B) the dedication of the members of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. to the members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe Gold Star Wives Day to promote awareness of— (A) the contributions and dedication of the members of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. to the members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States; and (B) the important role that Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. plays in the lives of the surviving spouses and families of the fallen members and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 181 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 10, 2025 Mr. Wicker (for himself, Mr. Heinrich , and Mrs. Capito ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating the week of April 14 through April 20, 2025, as National Osteopathic Medicine Week .

Whereas there are more than 157,000 osteopathic physicians and nearly 40,000 osteopathic medical students in the United States; Whereas osteopathic physicians and medical students train at high-caliber schools of osteopathic medicine across the United States, including in rural and underserved communities; Whereas, in 1874, Andrew Taylor Still, MD, DO, introduced the principles of osteopathic medicine, emphasizing the idea that the body is a unit, and its structure and function are interrelated; Whereas osteopathic physicians have made significant contributions to the healthcare system of the United States since the founding of the first osteopathic medical school in 1892; Whereas the number of osteopathic physicians in the United States has increased by more than 70 percent in the past 10 years; Whereas osteopathic medicine emphasizes a whole-person, patient-centric approach to healthcare, and osteopathic physicians play an important role in the healthcare system of the United States; Whereas osteopathic physicians train and practice in all medical specialties and practice settings; Whereas osteopathic physicians and medical students in the United States are dedicated to improving the health of their communities and delivering high-quality care for the body, mind, and spirit; and Whereas osteopathic physicians practice in every State: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of April 14 through April 20, 2025, as National Osteopathic Medicine Week ; (2) acknowledges 150 years of osteopathic medicine; (3) recognizes the contributions of osteopathic physicians to the healthcare system of the United States; and (4) celebrates the role that colleges of osteopathic medicine play in training the next generation of physicians.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 185 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 29, 2025 Mr. Grassley (for himself and Mr. Warner ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of April 21 through April 25, 2025, as National Home Visiting Week .

Whereas every child deserves the opportunity to live up to his or her potential; Whereas the early childhood years are the most active period for the developing brain and a stable, secure relationship with a nurturing, caring adult is a key factor in the development of young children; Whereas home visiting programs help parents meet the unique needs of their children, promote healthy development, strengthen family relationships, and reduce the risk of abuse and neglect; Whereas, in 2023, evidence-based home visiting was implemented in all 50 States, the District of Columbia, 5 territories, 21 Indigenous communities, and 51 percent of United States counties; Whereas, in fiscal year 2023, the Federal Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program served over 139,000 parents and children and provided over 919,000 home visits; Whereas more than 280,000 families received evidence-based home visiting services in 2023, over the course of more than 2,800,000 home visits; Whereas more than 20,000 home visitors and supervisors delivered evidence-based services nationwide in 2023; and Whereas home visitors provide practical, emotional, and educational support that helps families thrive, promotes positive parenting practices, and ensures children have a strong foundation for a healthy, successful life: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate supports— (1) the designation of the week of April 21 through April 25, 2025, as National Home Visiting Week ; and (2) the goals and ideals of National Home Visiting Week.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 187 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 29, 2025 Mr. Risch (for himself, Mr. King , Mr. Crapo , Mrs. Shaheen , Ms. Smith , Mr. Ricketts , and Ms. Baldwin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Celebrating the 153rd anniversary of Arbor Day.

Whereas Arbor Day was founded on April 10, 1872, to recognize the importance of planting trees; Whereas Arbor Day is a time to recognize the importance of trees and an opportunity for communities to gather and plant for a greener future; Whereas Arbor Day is observed in all 50 States and across the world; Whereas participating in Arbor Day activities promotes civic participation and highlights the importance of planting and caring for trees and vegetation; Whereas Arbor Day activities provide an opportunity to convey to future generations the value of land and stewardship; Whereas working forests have contributed to an increase in the number of trees planted in the United States and are sustainably managed, with less than 2 percent of working forests nationally harvested each year; Whereas a key factor in preventing forest conversion and deforestation is keeping forests productive; Whereas working forests are a critical part of a nature-based solution to climate change, and by providing a continuous cycle of growing, harvesting, and replanting, active forest management maximizes the ability to sequester and store carbon and improves forest resilience; Whereas private forests play an important role in conserving at-risk and declining species, and collaborative conservation efforts can benefit species while also helping to keep forests as forests; Whereas sustainably grown wood can be used in a wide variety of resilient infrastructure and building applications—from traditional timber framing to high-tech mass timber—and as a natural, renewable, and biodegradable material, the significant use of wood building materials in buildings and bridges helps decrease global carbon emissions; Whereas the Arbor Day Foundation and the Tree City USA program have been committed to greening cities and towns across the country since 1976, and, in that time, more than 3,500 communities have made the commitment to becoming Tree City USA communities; Whereas Tree City USA communities are home to more than 47 percent of individuals in the United States, who are dedicated to core standards of sound urban forestry management and who dedicate resources and time to urban forestry initiatives, which helps make their communities and our country a better place to live; Whereas National Arbor Day is observed on the last Friday of April each year; and Whereas April 25, 2025, marks the 153rd anniversary of Arbor Day: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes April 25, 2025, as National Arbor Day ; (2) celebrates the 153rd anniversary of Arbor Day; (3) supports the goals and ideals of National Arbor Day; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to participate in National Arbor Day activities.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 190 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 30, 2025 Mr. Sullivan (for himself, Ms. Hirono , Mr. Van Hollen , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Hagerty , Mr. Schatz , and Ms. Murkowski ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION A resolution seeking justice for the Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea.

Whereas the United States Government recognizes that North Korea was abducting Japanese citizens since the 1970s; Whereas, in September 2002, North Korea admitted that it had abducted Japanese citizens and promised to prevent further recurrences; Whereas, in October of 2002, only 5 abductees were returned to Japan after being held prisoner for 24 years, despite the explicit commitment of North Korea to investigate what had happened to all abductees; Whereas the Universal Declaration of Human Rights upholds the basic principles of liberty and freedom enshrined within the United States Constitution and Bill of Rights; Whereas human rights awareness is essential to the realization of fundamental freedoms and contributes to promoting equality, preventing conflict and human rights violations, and enhancing participation in democratic processes; Whereas these abductions of Japanese citizens by North Korea directly conflict with the basic principle of liberty and freedom; and Whereas there have been several attempts at dialogue between North Korea and Japanese leaders in an effort to yield stable results: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) calls on North Korea to release any abducted foreign nationals, including those from Japan; (2) urges North Korea to return the remains and provide information on any deceased abductees; (3) urges North Korea to make such reparations as are appropriate regarding abductees; (4) urges North Korea to apologize and permanently cease such activities; and (5) encourages the President to ensure that this matter is addressed in any future interaction with North Korea officials.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 191 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 30, 2025 Mrs. Murray (for herself, Mr. Boozman , Ms. Rosen , and Mr. Hoeven ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of April 2025 as the Month of the Military Child .

Whereas millions of brave United States servicemembers and veterans have demonstrated their courage and commitment to freedom by serving the Armed Forces of the United States of America in active-duty posts around the world; Whereas there are more than 1,600,000 children connected to the military across the United States; Whereas it is only fitting that the people of the United States take time to recognize the contributions of servicemembers and veterans, celebrate their spirit, and let the men and women of the United States in uniform know that while they are taking care of us, the people of the United States are taking care of their children; Whereas the recognition of a Month of the Military Child will allow the people of the United States to pay tribute to military children for their commitment, struggles, and unconditional support of United States troops; Whereas, when a servicemember joins the military, it is a family commitment to the United States, and military children are heroes in their own way; and Whereas a month-long salute to military children will encourage the United States to provide direct support to military children and families: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of April 2025 as the Month of the Military Child ; and (2) urges the people of the United States to observe the Month of the Military Child with appropriate ceremonies and activities that honor, support, and show appreciation for military children.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 192 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 30, 2025 Mr. Markey (for himself and Mr. Cramer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating April 30, 2025, as National Assistive Technology Awareness Day .

Whereas assistive technology is any item, piece of equipment, or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of an individual with a disability or an older adult; Whereas an assistive technology service is any service that directly assists an individual with a disability or an older adult in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device; Whereas, in 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that 1 in 4 individuals in the United States, or almost 70,000,000 individuals, have a disability; Whereas, during the 2022–2023 school year, the Department of Education reported that there were more than 9,500,000 children with disabilities; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that, among adults 65 years of age and older, 2 in 5 have a disability; Whereas assistive technology enables individuals with disabilities and older adults to be included in their communities, including by making their classrooms and workplaces more inclusive; Whereas assistive technology devices and services are necessities, not luxury items, for millions of individuals with disabilities and older adults, without which they would be unable to live in their communities, access education, or obtain, retain, and advance gainful, competitive, and integrated employment; Whereas the availability of assistive technology in the workplace promotes economic self-sufficiency, enhances work participation, and is critical to the employment of individuals with disabilities and older adults; and Whereas State assistive technology programs support a continuum of services that include— (1) the exchange, repair, recycling, and other reutilization of assistive technology devices; (2) device loan programs that provide short-term loans of assistive technology devices to individuals, employers, public agencies, and others; (3) the demonstration of devices to inform decision making; and (4) State financing to help individuals purchase or obtain assistive technology through a variety of initiatives, such as financial loan programs, leasing programs, and other financing alternatives that give individuals affordable, flexible options to purchase or obtain assistive technology: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates April 30, 2025, as National Assistive Technology Awareness Day ; and (2) commends— (A) assistive technology specialists and program coordinators for their hard work and dedication in serving individuals with disabilities in finding the proper assistive technology to meet their individual needs; and (B) professional organizations and researchers dedicated to facilitating the access and acquisition of assistive technology for individuals with disabilities and older adults in need of assistive technology devices.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 194 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 30, 2025 Mr. Scott of Florida (for himself, Mr. Booker , and Mr. Risch ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2025 as “Parkinson’s Awareness Month”.

Whereas Parkinson’s disease— (1) affects over 1,000,000 individuals in the United States with nearly 90,000 individuals diagnosed each year; (2) is the fastest-growing and second most common neurodegenerative disease in the world; (3) is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, but the exact cause in most individuals is still unknown; and (4) is the 15th leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Whereas, by the year 2037, it is estimated that the number of individuals in the United States with Parkinson’s disease will nearly double, and Parkinson's disease will cost the United States at least $80,000,000,000 annually; Whereas the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease can include dementia and cognitive impairment, tremors, slowness of movement and rigidity, gait and balance difficulties, speech and swallowing difficulties, depression, and a variety of other symptoms; Whereas there are millions of family caregivers, friends, and loved ones whose lives are greatly affected by Parkinson’s disease; and Whereas more research, education, and community support services are needed— (1) to find better treatments and a cure for Parkinson’s disease; and (2) to maintain the dignity of individuals living with Parkinson's disease: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) expresses support for the designation of the month of April 2025 as Parkinson’s Awareness Month ; (2) supports the goals and ideals of Parkinson’s Awareness Month; (3) continues to support research to find better treatments and a cure for Parkinson’s disease; (4) recognizes the individuals living with Parkinson’s disease who participate in vital clinical trials to advance the knowledge of the disease; and (5) commends the dedication of organizations, volunteers, researchers, and millions of individuals across the United States working to improve the quality of life of people living with Parkinson’s disease and their families.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 196 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 1, 2025 Mr. Lankford (for himself and Mr. Mullin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the University of Oklahoma women’s gymnastics team for winning the 2025 National Collegiate Athletic Association Championship, the seventh national title in program history.

Whereas the 2025 University of Oklahoma women’s gymnastics team (referred to in this preamble as the Sooners ), under the direction of head coach K.J. Kindler, won the program’s seventh National Collegiate Athletic Association (referred to in this preamble as the NCAA ) championship title with a final score of 198.0125, overcoming the University of California Los Angeles, the University of Missouri, and the University of Utah; Whereas the Sooners scored a 49.6125 on beam, a 49.5875 on floor, a 49.4375 on vault, and a 49.3750 on bars; Whereas the Sooners opened the meet tied for first place and began extending their lead after completing each rotation; Whereas the Sooners have competed in the team finals 11 out of the last 12 years; Whereas the Sooners are tied for the third-most women's gymnastics national titles in NCAA history; Whereas the Sooners posted a 33-2 record, won the Southeastern Conference regular season title, and won an NCAA Regional Championship for the 15th straight year; Whereas 6 Sooner student-athletes combined for 15 All-America honors— (1) Jordan Bowers and Faith Torrez received 5 All-America honors in all 4 events and in the all-around, the second time in program history that 2 Sooners earned 5 All-America honors in the same season; (2) Dani Sievers received a second-team All-America honor for floor routine; (3) Lily Pederson received second-team All-America honors for vault and bars; (4) Elle Mueller received a second-team All-America honor for vault; and (5) Addison Fatta earned a first-team All-America honor in the all-around; and Whereas Jordan Bowers won the individual all-around national title, the 22nd in program history: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the 2025 University of Oklahoma women’s gymnastics team for their hard work and dedication to the sport and for the excitement they bring to the University of Oklahoma, the State of Oklahoma, and to Sooners everywhere; and (2) congratulates the 2025 University of Oklahoma women’s gymnastics team on a wonderful season.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 197 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 1, 2025 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself and Mr. Murphy ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commending and congratulating the University of Connecticut women’s basketball team for winning the 2025 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Women’s Basketball National Championship.

Whereas, on Sunday, April 6, 2025, the University of Connecticut’s women’s basketball team (referred to in this preamble as the UConn Huskies ) won the 2025 National Collegiate Athletic Association (referred to in this preamble as NCAA ) Division I Women’s Basketball National Championship (referred to in this preamble as the National Championship ), defeating the University of South Carolina Gamecocks with a score of 82 to 59, at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida; Whereas this is twelfth National Championship title for the UConn Huskies, the most for any school in the history of NCAA Division I men’s or women’s basketball; Whereas, during the 2025 NCAA National Championship tournament, the UConn Huskies defeated 3 number 1-seeded teams by an average of 23 points; Whereas Geno Auriemma, the UConn Huskies head coach, alongside Chris Dailey, the UConn Huskies associate head coach, won their twelfth National Championship title, the most in the history of NCAA Division I men’s or women’s basketball; Whereas Azzi Fudd was named the Final Four's Most Outstanding Player , scoring 24 points in the championship game; Whereas Paige Bueckers passed Maya Moore for the most career NCAA tournament points by a UConn player with 477; Whereas Sarah Strong set a record for points by a freshman in a single NCAA tournament with 114; and Whereas the University of Connecticut has won a total of 18 national championships between its basketball programs, with 12 in women's basketball and 6 in men’s basketball: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commends the University of Connecticut women’s basketball team for winning the 2025 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Women’s Basketball National Championship; (2) congratulates the fans, students, and faculty of the University of Connecticut; and (3) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) the president of the University of Connecticut, Radenka Maric; (B) the head coach of the University of Connecticut women’s basketball team, Geno Auriemma; and (C) the associate head coach of the University of Connecticut women’s basketball team, Chris Dailey.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 198 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 1, 2025 Mr. Wyden (for himself, Mr. Markey , Mr. King , Mr. Welch , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Merkley , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Booker , Ms. Rosen , Ms. Warren , Mr. Van Hollen , Mr. Blumenthal , Ms. Smith , Ms. Blunt Rochester , Ms. Alsobrooks , Mr. Luján , Mr. Whitehouse , Mrs. Gillibrand , and Mr. Warner ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Finance RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that the Secretary of Health and Human Services should withdraw a reduction in public notice and comment opportunities.

Whereas public participation in the regulatory process is essential to the formulation of fair and sound policy; Whereas open rulemaking mitigates the possibility of arbitrary, harmful, and ill-advised rulemaking; Whereas the Department of Health and Human Services has successfully adhered to Administrative Procedure Act notice and comment period procedures for 54 years; Whereas the daily lives of millions of Americans are profoundly affected by the regulations that are issued by the Department of Health and Human Services; and Whereas it is critical that program beneficiaries, State and local governments, human services providers, and organizations continue to be afforded the opportunity for input whenever Health and Human Services regulatory changes are proposed: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that the Secretary of Health and Human Services should withdraw the notice published in the Federal Register on March 3, 2025 (90 Fed. Reg. 11029) that would reduce public notice and comment opportunities, and affirm practices as in effect on February 27, 2025, which involve the public in rulemaking procedures.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 201 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 5, 2025 Ms. Ernst (for herself, Mr. Markey , Mr. Grassley , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Husted , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Lankford , Mr. King , Mr. Kennedy , Ms. Cortez Masto , Mr. Cornyn , Ms. Smith , Ms. Collins , Ms. Duckworth , Mr. Cassidy , Ms. Slotkin , Mr. Risch , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Luján , Mrs. Capito , Mr. Wyden , Mr. McConnell , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Daines , Mr. Reed , Mr. Justice , Mr. Hickenlooper , Mr. Tillis , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Crapo , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Sheehy , Mr. Padilla , Mr. Marshall , Ms. Warren , Mr. Tuberville , Mr. Welch , Mrs. Britt , Mr. Coons , Mr. Sullivan , Mr. Kelly , Mr. Cramer , Mr. Van Hollen , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Warnock , Mrs. Blackburn , Ms. Hassan , Mr. Hawley , Ms. Blunt Rochester , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Fetterman , Mr. Curtis , Mr. Ossoff , Mr. Banks , Ms. Rosen , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Schmitt , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Budd , Mr. Blumenthal , Ms. Lummis , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Young , Mr. Booker , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Scott of South Carolina , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Rounds , Mr. Peters , Mr. Graham , Mr. Warner , Mr. Thune , Mr. Gallego , Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Scott of Florida , Mr. Schiff , Mr. Moran , and Mr. Wicker ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of the week of May 4, 2025, through May 10, 2025, as National Small Business Week to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.

Whereas a National Small Business Week has been declared by every President since 1963; Whereas there are more than 34,500,000 small businesses in the United States that support more than 59,000,000 jobs; Whereas small businesses play an integral role in building the economy of the United States; and Whereas May 4, 2025, through May 10, 2025, would be an appropriate week to celebrate National Small Business Week : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) honors and celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit and contributions of small businesses in every community in the United States; (2) applauds the efforts and achievements of the owners of small businesses and their employees in every community of the United States; (3) recognizes that, in the face of significant challenges, the owners of small businesses have demonstrated incredible resilience; and (4) supports the designation of the week of May 4, 2025, through May 10, 2025, as National Small Business Week .
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 207 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 7, 2025 Mrs. Blackburn (for herself and Mr. Hagerty ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Grand Ole Opry.

Whereas, on November 28, 1925, the Grand Ole Opry was born when the WSM Barn Dance was launched with Uncle Jimmy Thompson, a 77-year-old fiddle player; Whereas, in December 1927, the program was officially named the Grand Ole Opry when George D. Hay, a legendary announcer and program director, proclaimed on-air, For the past hour, we have been listening to the music taken largely from the Grand Opera, but from now on we will present the Grand Ole Opry ; Whereas the Grand Ole Opry was housed in the Ryman Auditorium, the Mother Church of Country Music in Nashville, Tennessee; Whereas some of the most historic moments of the Grand Ole Opry occurred inside Ryman Auditorium, including the inductions of country music legends like Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, Willie Nelson, George Jones, Jeannie Seely, Dolly Parton, and Johnny and June Carter Cash; Whereas the popularity of the Grand Ole Opry surged during the 1930s and 1940s, with its live radio broadcast becoming a staple in households across the United States; Whereas, on March 15, 1974, the Grand Ole Opry broadcast its final show from Ryman Auditorium; Whereas, on March 16, 1974, the Grand Ole Opry debuted its first show in the new 4,400 seat Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee, with President Richard Nixon in attendance; Whereas a piece of the Ryman Auditorium stage, known as the circle, was laid into the center of the new Grand Ole Opry House stage and remains a hallowed piece of country music history; Whereas the Grand Ole Opry is the longest-running radio show in the history of the United States, reaching millions of listeners each week; Whereas the contributions of the artists and members of the Grand Ole Opry family have had an innumerable impact on the culture and history of the United States; Whereas the Grand Ole Opry is more than just a concert hall or a radio show, it is a United States institution that has played a pivotal role in shaping the music landscape in the United States; Whereas the Grand Ole Opry has continued to be the most famous stage in country music and has solidified Nashville, Tennessee, as the country music capital of the world; and Whereas, in 2025, the Grand Ole Opry is celebrating its 100th anniversary: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes and celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Grand Ole Opry; (2) commemorates the legacy of the Grand Ole Opry and the lasting contributions of the Grand Ole Opry to the advancement of country music; and (3) congratulates the artists and members of the Grand Ole Opry family on 100 inspiring years.