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III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 110 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 5, 2025 Mr. Durbin submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Condemning Russia’s illegal abduction of Ukrainian children.

Whereas, since the Russian Federation’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the Russian Federation military forces and the Government of the Russian Federation have abducted, forcibly transferred, or facilitated the illegal deportation of at least 20,000 Ukrainian children; and Whereas the Russian Federation’s abduction, forcible transfer, and facilitation of the illegal deportation of Ukrainian children has left countless children and families with devastating physical and psychological trauma: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) condemns the Russian Federation’s abduction, forcible transfer, and facilitation of the illegal deportation of Ukrainian children; and (2) implores the Russian Federation to work with the international community to ensure the return, without delay, of all forcibly transferred Ukrainian children to their families.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 111 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 5, 2025 Mr. Van Hollen submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Condemning the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation and officials of the Government of the Russian Federation for committing crimes against humanity and war crimes in Ukraine.

Whereas, on February 18, 2023, the Department of State determined that members of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation and officials of the Government of the Russian Federation have committed crimes against humanity and war crimes in Ukraine; and Whereas, on September 23, 2022, the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine concluded that war crimes have been committed in Ukraine by the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate condemns the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation and officials of the Government of the Russian Federation for committing crimes against humanity and war crimes in Ukraine.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 112 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 5, 2025 Mr. Blumenthal submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Recognizing the partnership between the United States and Ukraine.

Whereas the contribution of the United States as Ukraine’s strategic partner has been of decisive importance among international allies in supporting Ukraine during the most challenging times in its history; Whereas, on March 3, 2025, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine expressed its profound gratitude to President Donald Trump, Congress, and the American people for their firm and consistent support of Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, as well as for the security assistance packages provided to Ukraine, which have helped stabilize the situation on the frontline; Whereas the leadership of the United States on the international stage is inseparably linked to the defense of the ideals of freedom and democracy, adherence to international agreements, and reliability in relations with allies and friends; Whereas the security and stable development of our Nation are ensured by the unwavering support of the United States and reflect the values that have been the foundation of America’s historic success, inspiring millions of Ukrainians; Whereas support for Ukraine is more crucial than ever for the Ukrainian people and the Security and Defense Forces of Ukraine, as well as for ensuring security and stability across the entire European continent; Whereas the people of Ukraine desire peace and believe that the personal role of President Donald Trump and his peacekeeping efforts will be decisive in the swift cessation of hostilities and the achievement of peace for Ukraine, Europe, and the entire world; Whereas, on March 3, 2025, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine declared that it welcomes President Donald Trump’s initiatives to launch a negotiation process aimed at securing peace; Whereas the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has underscored the necessity of further developing the strategic partnership with the United States, particularly in the exploration of critical minerals; and Whereas the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has reaffirmed that Ukraine must remain an independent and sovereign state, and the Ukrainian people free and unconquered: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) reaffirms the support of the United States for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine in the face of the illegal invasion of its territory by the Russian Federation; and (2) reaffirms the bonds of friendship and shared values between the people of United States and allied fighting forces.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 113 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 5, 2025 Mr. Welch submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Reaffirming the fundamental principle prohibiting any state from forcibly acquiring the territory of another state.

Whereas the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation invaded and continue to occupy the sovereign territory of Ukraine; and Whereas President Reagan said, We must stand by all our democratic allies. And we must not break faith with those who are risking their lives … to defy Soviet-supported aggression and secure rights which have been ours from birth. : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate reaffirms the fundamental principle that no state shall threaten or use force against the territorial integrity or political integrity of any other state.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 114 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 5, 2025 Mr. Bennet submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that the Russian Federation started the war against Ukraine by launching an unprovoked full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022.

That it is the sense of the Senate that the Russian Federation started the war against Ukraine by launching an unprovoked full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, following the Russian Federation’s illegal annexation of Crimea in 2014 and illegal occupation of parts of the Donbas region in 2014.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 116 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 6, 2025 Mr. Risch (for himself, Mr. Peters , Mr. Crapo , Ms. Rosen , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Kennedy , Mrs. Britt , Ms. Collins , Mr. Kelly , and Mr. Markey ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation RESOLUTION Celebrating the extraordinary accomplishments and vital role of women business owners in the United States.

Whereas there are over 14,500,000 women-owned businesses in the United States; and Whereas women-owned businesses— (1) employ more than 12,900,000 people in the United States; (2) generate $3,300,000,000,000 in revenue annually; (3) have grown at nearly twice the national average; and (4) have grown from 4.6 percent to 39.2 percent of all businesses in the United States between 1972 and 2024: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the vital role of women-owned businesses to the economy of the United States; (2) commends the exceptional entrepreneurial spirit of women business owners in the United States; and (3) celebrates women entrepreneurs in the United States.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 117 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 6, 2025 Mr. McConnell (for himself and Mr. Padilla ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Providing for members on the part of the Senate of the Joint Committee on Printing and the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library.

That the following named Members be, and they are hereby, elected members of the following joint committees of Congress: Joint Committee on Printing: Mr. McConnell, Mrs. Fischer, Mr. Hagerty, Mr. Padilla, and Mr. Merkley. Joint Committee of Congress on the Library: Mr. McConnell, Mrs. Fischer, Mrs. Hyde-Smith, Mr. Padilla, and Ms. Klobuchar.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 119 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 6, 2025 Ms. Warren (for herself and Mr. Markey ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Memorializing those lost to the COVID–19 pandemic.

Whereas the first Monday in March is recognized as COVID–19 Victims Memorial Day ; Whereas SARS–CoV–2 is a coronavirus that causes COVID–19 disease; Whereas, in late 2019, COVID–19 emerged and began to spread throughout the world, creating a pandemic that has had a catastrophic impact on human life, communities, and the economy of the United States; Whereas, in March 2020, communities in the United States began to experience increased death due to the COVID–19 pandemic, and families lost parents, siblings, children, friends, and neighbors to the virus; Whereas, beginning in 2020, many across the United States were, and continue to be, personally impacted by the COVID–19 pandemic, including mourning their loved ones or suffering from the unknown long-term health implications of the virus; Whereas, by the end of February 2025, there had been more than 103,000,000 known cases of COVID–19 in the United States, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that more than 1,220,000 individuals tragically lost their lives due to illness related to COVID–19; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that between October 1, 2024 and February 15, 2025, there were 6,400,000 to 11,500,000 known cases of COVID–19 in the United States; Whereas the COVID–19 pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on low-income communities and communities of color, individuals with disabilities, individuals with weakened immune systems, individuals with other risk factors, such as physical or mental comorbidities, and individuals living in congregate settings, such as long-term care facilities and prisons; Whereas frontline and essential workers and health care and public health professionals have taken selfless actions to protect their neighbors and communities, support struggling local economies, and find innovative ways to provide services; Whereas local, State, Tribal, and Federal Government entities have provided critical support to businesses, communities, and the people of the United States in need; and Whereas each life lost to the COVID–19 pandemic and each sacrifice made shall never be forgotten: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) will memorialize those lost to the COVID–19 pandemic; (2) recognizes the suffering of those who contracted the SARS–CoV–2 virus and those who continue to struggle with the ongoing impacts of the COVID–19 pandemic; and (3) expresses support for the annual designation of the first Monday in March as COVID–19 Victims Memorial Day .
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 125 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 12, 2025 Mr. Ossoff (for himself, Mr. Curtis , Mr. Warnock , and Mr. Lee ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Commemorating the centennial of Delta Air Lines.

Whereas, on March 2, 2025, Delta Air Lines turns 100 years old, becoming the first United States airline to reach the centenarian milestone; Whereas Delta Air Lines was founded on March 2, 1925, as Huff Daland Dusters—the world’s first aerial crop-dusting company; Whereas Delta Air Service and the airline’s first flights took off 4 years later; Whereas, in 2025, Delta Air Lines's team of 100,000 people supports up to 5,000 daily flights serving more than 200,000,000 travelers per year; Whereas Delta Air Lines maintains hubs from coast to coast, including in Georgia, Massachusetts, New York, Washington, California, Michigan, Minnesota, and Utah; Whereas, with thousands of peak-day departures to more than 290 global destinations on 6 continents, Delta Air Lines connects millions of people around the globe to and through the United States daily and helps keep the United States a top country for business and the economy of the United States strong; Whereas, for the past 100 years, the mission of Delta Air Lines to connect the world has included a commitment to being a strong partner in the communities where its people live, work, and serve; and Whereas, in 2025, Delta was named North America’s most on-time airline by Cirium, the Top United States Airline by the Wall Street Journal, the World’s Most Admired Airline by Fortune, and the top-ranked airline on Time’s inaugural World’s Best Companies List: Now, therefore be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes Delta Air Lines for 100 years of connecting people to the world and to each other; and (2) commemorates the centennial of Delta Air Lines.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 129 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 14, 2025 Mr. Heinrich (for himself, Mrs. Britt , Ms. Hirono , Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mr. Kaine , Mr. King , Mr. Reed , Ms. Smith , Mr. Wyden , and Mr. Fetterman ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing and honoring teachers who have earned or maintained National Board Certification.

Whereas National Board Certification is based on rigorous standards developed by teachers for teachers to demonstrate the ability of teachers to advance student learning and achievement; Whereas research shows that students taught by National Board Certified teachers learn more than their peers; Whereas National Board Certified teachers often positively amplify their expertise by serving in leadership roles as teacher mentors, principals, administrators, and district leaders; Whereas National Board Certified teachers rank National Board Certification as their most important ongoing formal education, above graduate-level coursework and other training programs; Whereas National Board Certified teachers are among the thousands of educators around the United States who play a critical role in addressing the learning loss incurred during the COVID-19 pandemic; Whereas 29 States provide salary incentives for National Board Certified teachers, including 13 States that prioritize incentives in high-needs schools; Whereas, in 2024, 4,355 teachers earned their National Board Certification for the first time and 4,884 teachers successfully maintained their certification, benefitting thousands of students across the country; and Whereas, as of March 2025 there are a total of 141,464 teachers who have achieved National Board Certification: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) honors the teachers who earned or maintained National Board Certification as of March 2025; (2) recognizes the importance and contributions of National Board Certified teachers to student learning and achievement; and (3) encourages educators, administrators, school districts, and States to— (A) promote increasing the number of new National Board Certified teachers; and (B) provide the necessary incentives and support to candidates for National Board Certification.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 130 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 14, 2025 Mrs. Blackburn (for herself, Mrs. Gillibrand , and Ms. Collins ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Mary Edwards Walker.

Whereas, on November 26, 1832, Dr. Mary Edwards Walker (referred to in this preamble as Dr. Walker ) was born in the town of Oswego, New York; Whereas, at the start of the Civil War, Dr. Walker decided to serve as an unpaid volunteer surgeon at the United States Patent Office Hospital in Washington, DC, as she was not allowed to serve in the Army as a medical officer because she was a woman; Whereas, in 1862, Dr. Walker moved to the Commonwealth of Virginia and started treating wounded soldiers near the front lines at Fredericksburg and Chattanooga, Tennessee; Whereas, during her work as a surgeon in the war, Dr. Walker often crossed battle lines to care for soldiers and civilians; Whereas, in September 1864, Dr. Walker was contracted as the assistant surgeon of the Ohio 52nd Infantry, becoming the first female surgeon in the Army; Whereas Dr. Walker served at the Louisville Women's Prison Hospital and at an orphan asylum in Clarksville, Tennessee; Whereas, after the conclusion of the Civil War in 1865, Dr. Walker was awarded the Medal of Honor for Meritorious Service by President Andrew Johnson; and Whereas Dr. Walker continued to advocate for women's rights, including promoting dress reform and pushing for women's suffrage, believing strongly in the power of self-determination and equality between men and women: Now, therefore be it

That the Senate— (1) honors the life and legacy of Dr. Mary Edwards Walker, recognizing her as a trailblazer in medicine, a champion for women’s rights, and a true United States hero who exemplified the ideals of service, courage, and resilience; and (2) commits to ensuring the story of Dr. Mary Edwards Walker is remembered and celebrated for generations to come, inspiring others to follow in her footsteps in pursuit of justice and equality.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 131 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 14, 2025 Mr. Boozman (for himself and Ms. Klobuchar ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the third week of March 2025 as National CACFP Week .

Whereas the third week of March is annually recognized as National CACFP Week to raise awareness of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (referred to in this preamble as the CACFP ) of the Department of Agriculture; Whereas the Department of Agriculture has reaffirmed— (1) the vital role positive nutrition habits play in the healthy growth of children in the United States; and (2) the importance of nutrition education for the most vulnerable and youngest children, as well as adults, through centers and homes throughout the United States; Whereas, in 2024, the CACFP provided daily meals and snacks to more than 4,500,000 children in child care centers, family day care homes, emergency shelters, and after-school programs, and more than 115,000 adults in adult day care, providing almost 1,700,000,000 meals and snacks in total; Whereas the CACFP not only provides nutritious meals and education but also increases the overall quality of child care in general, especially for children in low-income areas; Whereas the innovative approach to oversight of the CACFP, which pairs child care, adult day care, and after-school sites with a non-profit sponsoring organization or a State agency, highlights a unique public-private partnership that supports working families and small businesses; Whereas, although child care can be expensive in many locations throughout the United States, the CACFP increases the effectiveness and viability of child and adult care small businesses for many providers, especially in rural areas; and Whereas an increasing number of studies demonstrate that access to the CACFP can measurably and positively impact the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical health and development of children, leading to more favorable outcomes, such as— (1) a decreased likelihood of being hospitalized; (2) an increased likelihood of healthy weight gain; and (3) an increased likelihood of a more varied diet: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week beginning on March 16, 2025, as National CACFP Week ; and (2) recognizes the role of the Child and Adult Care Food Program in improving the health of the most vulnerable children and adults in child care centers, family day care homes, emergency shelters, adult day care facilities, and after-school care in the United States by providing nutritious meals and snacks.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 134 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 24, 2025 Mr. Scott of Florida (for himself and Mrs. Moody ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating March 15, 2025, as National Osceola Turkey Day .

Whereas wild turkey has been an important part of the history and family traditions of the United States; Whereas wild turkey was on the table at the very first Thanksgiving, and turkey continues to be a mainstay during many holiday traditions; Whereas wild turkey is a healthy, organic, and delicious source of lean protein; Whereas, in the United States, turkey hunters have spent approximately $76,900,000 per year since 1985 with an economic impact of $128,700,000 annually; Whereas Florida has a rich history of wild turkey hunting, management, and research; Whereas Florida is home to the Wild Turkey Cost Share Program, which is the largest public-private partnership program in the United States for the maintenance of wild turkey habitat on wildlife management areas and other public lands open to hunting; Whereas, since the Wild Turkey Cost Share Program began in 1994, upwards of 1,000,000 acres of upland habitat have received funding for turkey habitat management efforts; Whereas, in the 2024 Florida spring wild turkey season, an estimated 31,085 hunters participated in turkey hunting, including an estimated 5,453 non residents of the Sunshine State; Whereas, in Florida, revenue generated from the sale of wild turkey permits is used for conservation, research, and management of wild turkeys or promoting the cultural heritage of hunting; Whereas turkey hunters are an important part of the Wild Turkey Cost Share Program, and the money generated from the sale of turkey permits, which are a requirement for hunting wild turkeys in Florida unless exempt, allows the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to make significant contributions to the Wild Turkey Cost Share Program each year; Whereas Florida is home to 2 subspecies of wild turkey, the eastern wild turkey and the Osceola or Florida wild turkey; Whereas the Osceola is 1 of 5 subspecies of wild turkey in North America; Whereas the Osceola turkey exists only in peninsular Florida; Whereas the Osceola subspecies of wild turkey is often perceived as mysterious and the most difficult to harvest because of its small geographic range and the often swampy habitat where it is found; Whereas hunters in pursuit of the 4 subspecies of turkey in the United States, known as a Grand Slam , are required to hunt in Florida; and Whereas March 1, 2025, is the opening day of turkey harvesting season in part of Florida, and March 15, 2025, is the opening day for the entire State of Florida: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates March 15, 2025, as National Osceola Turkey Day ; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Osceola Turkey Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 135 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 25, 2025 Mr. Banks (for himself and Mr. Young ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation RESOLUTION A resolution recognizing a century of broadcasting excellence from WOWO and celebrating the radio station’s 100th anniversary.

Whereas WOWO began in 1925 as one of the early radio stations in the United States and expanded into one of the strongest stations in the Midwest after joining CBS Radio Network in 1927; Whereas, in true Hoosier fashion, WOWO was the first radio station to ever broadcast a basketball game; Whereas, by the 1950s, WOWO became a popular station for news, sports, and entertainment, ushering Fort Wayne into the rock and roll era and serving as a home to beloved radio personalities like Bob Sievers; Whereas, in the 1990s, WOWO evolved into the conservative talk radio powerhouse we know today; Whereas WOWO has been a consistent source of well-articulated conservative values, from the trusted and reliable voices of local commentators like Pat Miller, Charly Butcher, and Kayla Blakeslee, to nationally syndicated figures like Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity; Whereas WOWO has inspired and informed countless families in the United States about the issues that matter, and helped shape its community into a stronghold of conservative principles and common sense; and Whereas WOWO has been affectionately known as The Voice of a Thousand Main Streets , a fitting tribute to its deep roots in the heartland of the United States and its role in delivering news, conversation, and connection to its listeners: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) celebrates March 31, 2025, as WOWO’s 100th anniversary on air; (2) recognizes WOWO’s record of exemplary broadcasting, which has strengthened communities and educated countless families on the most important issues; and (3) supports WOWO’s efforts to continue informing and inspiring generations to come.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 136 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 25, 2025 Mr. Durbin (for himself, Mr. Schumer , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Hickenlooper , Mr. Coons , Mr. Whitehouse , Ms. Klobuchar , Ms. Duckworth , Mr. Welch , Mr. Padilla , Mr. Wyden , Mr. Ossoff , Mr. Blumenthal , Mrs. Shaheen , and Mr. Kelly ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Affirming the rule of law and the legitimacy of judicial review.

That the Senate affirms that— (1) Article III of the Constitution of the United States vests the judicial Power of the United States . . . in one supreme Court, and in such inferior Courts as the Congress may from time to time ordain and establish ; (2) as Chief Justice Marshall held in the Supreme Court’s landmark 1803 decision Marbury v. Madison, It is emphatically the province and duty of the judicial department to say what the law is ; (3) the Constitution of the United States and established precedent require the executive branch to comply with all Federal court rulings; and (4) if the executive branch disagrees with a ruling by a Federal court, it may appeal that ruling when authorized by law.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 138 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 25, 2025 Mr. Grassley (for himself, Ms. Blunt Rochester , Mr. Marshall , and Mr. Luján ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month .

Whereas deep vein thrombosis (referred to in this preamble as DVT ) is a condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in the deep veins of the body, such as in the arm, abdomen, around the brain, and most commonly in the leg; Whereas a potentially life-threatening complication of DVT is a pulmonary embolism (referred to in this preamble as a PE ), where a blood clot breaks off, travels through the blood stream, and lodges in the lung; Whereas DVT and PEs are serious but often preventable medical conditions; Whereas DVT and PEs affect as many as 900,000 individuals in the United States each year; Whereas DVT and PEs kill an estimated 60,000 to 100,000 individuals in the United States each year, and 1 out of 4 individuals who have a PE die without warning; Whereas deaths caused by DVT and PEs are often preventable; Whereas DVT and PEs are among the leading causes of preventable hospital deaths in the United States; Whereas DVT and PEs are common complications faced by cancer patients, and survival rates are lower for individuals with cancer who also have blood clots; Whereas pregnancy increases the risk of DVT and PEs, and that risk remains elevated for up to 3 months after giving birth; Whereas immobility, surgery, older age, and a family history of clotting and thrombophilia increase the risk of DVT and PEs; Whereas DVT and PEs contribute to up to $10,000,000,000 in incremental medical costs each year in the United States; and Whereas the establishment of March as Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month would raise awareness about these life-threatening but preventable conditions: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month ; and (2) recognizes the importance of raising awareness of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolisms.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 139 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 26, 2025 Mr. Booker (for himself and Mr. Padilla ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of March 2025 as Music in Our Schools Month .

Whereas music has been present in every known human culture throughout history and modern times; Whereas music is one of the most important manifestations of the cultural heritage of the United States, as music embodies our national identity and illustrates our shared history; Whereas music education helps communities share ideas and values among cultures and generations, promoting a more cooperative and inclusive citizenry; Whereas singing has existed in classrooms in the United States since before the signing of the Declaration of Independence; Whereas, in 1838, music as its own curriculum was first adopted by public authority in the public schools of Boston, Massachusetts; Whereas the development of a musical people has been and remains dependent on a public commitment to the teaching of music in all schools; Whereas State legislatures and educational agencies have supported music as part of the regular school curriculum; Whereas the Every Student Succeeds Act ( Public Law 114–95 ; 129 Stat. 1802) identified music as part of a well-rounded education; Whereas music is a means for exploring the emotional and aesthetic dimensions of the human experience; Whereas music holds intrinsic value as an art form, providing opportunity for self-expression, fellowship, and spiritual fulfillment; Whereas research has documented that participation in school music programs promotes student engagement, leading to improved social and academic outcomes, particularly for at-risk students; Whereas research has documented that participation in school music programs also promotes cognitive, social, and emotional development, exercising skills valuable to the workforce such as motivation, attentiveness, self-discipline, teamwork, persistence, empathy, respect, and leadership; and Whereas a disproportionate number of students without access to music education attend schools in urban or rural communities, public schools with a high percentage of students from low-income families, and public schools that are majority Black, Hispanic, or Native American: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of March 2025 as Music in Our Schools Month ; and (2) recognizes— (A) the fundamental importance of music to the culture of the United States; (B) the long history of music as an integral part of the schools in the United States; (C) the disparate access to high-quality music education that exists across the United States; and (D) the need to do more to support the teaching and learning of music in public schools.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 140 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 26, 2025 Mr. Merkley (for himself, Mr. Daines , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Sheehy , Mr. Padilla , Mr. Markey , Mr. Booker , and Mr. Schiff ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the first week of April 2025 as National Asbestos Awareness Week .

Whereas dangerous asbestos fibers are invisible and cannot be smelled or tasted; Whereas the inhalation of airborne asbestos fibers can cause significant damage; Whereas asbestos fibers can cause cancer, such as mesothelioma, asbestosis, and other health problems; Whereas symptoms of asbestos-related diseases can take between 10 and 50 years to present themselves; Whereas the projected life expectancy for an individual diagnosed with mesothelioma is between 6 and 24 months; Whereas little is known about late-stage treatment of asbestos-related diseases, and there is no cure for those diseases; Whereas early detection of asbestos-related diseases might give some patients increased treatment options and might improve the prognoses of those patients; Whereas, although the consumption of asbestos within the United States has been substantially reduced, the United States continues to consume tons of the fibrous mineral each year for use in certain products; Whereas thousands of people in the United States have died from asbestos-related diseases, and thousands more die every year from those diseases; Whereas, although individuals continue to be exposed to asbestos, safety measures relating to, and the prevention of, asbestos exposure have significantly reduced the incidence of asbestos-related diseases and can further reduce the incidence of those diseases; Whereas thousands of workers in the United States face significant asbestos exposure, which has been a cause of occupational cancer; Whereas a significant percentage of all victims of asbestos-related diseases were exposed to asbestos on naval ships and in shipyards; Whereas asbestos was used in the construction of a significant number of office buildings and public facilities built before 1975; Whereas people in the small community of Libby, Montana, suffer from asbestos-related diseases, including mesothelioma, at a significantly higher rate than people in the United States as a whole; and Whereas the designation of a National Asbestos Awareness Week for the 20th year will continue to raise public awareness about the prevalence of asbestos-related diseases and the dangers of asbestos exposure: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the first week of April 2025 as National Asbestos Awareness Week ; (2) urges the Surgeon General to warn and educate people about the public health issue of asbestos exposure, which may be hazardous to their health; and (3) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit a copy of this resolution to the Office of the Surgeon General.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 143 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 26, 2025 Mrs. Fischer (for herself, Mr. Bennet , Mr. Marshall , Ms. Smith , Mr. Moran , Mr. Tillis , Mr. Coons , Ms. Ernst , Mr. Schiff , Mr. Peters , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Rounds , Mr. Ricketts , Mr. Hoeven , Ms. Klobuchar , and Mr. Boozman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary May 19, 2025 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of May 29, 2025, as Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and workforce and to continue to reduce stigma associated with mental illness.

Whereas, according to the 2022 Census of Agriculture of the Department of Agriculture, less than 2 percent of the population of the United States (3,370,000 producers) provide high-quality food, fuel, and fiber to the United States and abroad; Whereas, according to the Economic Policy Institute, there are approximately 1,600,000 farmworkers in the United States; Whereas, according to the National Rural Health Association, the rate of suicide among farmers is 3.5 times higher than among the general population; Whereas, according to the Mortality-Linked National Health Interview Survey, the rate of suicide among farmworkers is 1.4 times higher than rates across all other occupations; Whereas May is National Mental Health Awareness Month ; and Whereas the stigma surrounding mental and behavioral health persists and acknowledging this public health crisis and creating awareness is as important as ever: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates May 29, 2025, as Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and reduce the stigma associated with mental illness; (2) recognizes the important role of individuals in agriculture as providers of high-quality products to the United States and the world; (3) seeks to create awareness for the unique challenges agricultural producers and workers face, such as weather unpredictability, labor intensity and shortages, farm succession, and fluctuating commodity and market prices; (4) highlights the resources available through the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network of the Department of Agriculture in connecting agricultural producers and workers to stress assistance programs; and (5) encourages all individuals to observe Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day as an opportunity to promote mental well-being and awareness for current and future agricultural producers and workers.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 143 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 26, 2025 Mrs. Fischer (for herself, Mr. Bennet , Mr. Marshall , Ms. Smith , Mr. Moran , Mr. Tillis , Mr. Coons , Ms. Ernst , Mr. Schiff , Mr. Peters , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Rounds , Mr. Ricketts , and Mr. Hoeven ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of May 29, 2025, as Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and workforce and to continue to reduce stigma associated with mental illness.

Whereas, according to the 2022 Census of Agriculture of the Department of Agriculture, less than 2 percent of the population of the United States (3,370,000 producers) provide high-quality food, fuel, and fiber to the United States and abroad; Whereas, according to the Economic Policy Institute, there are approximately 1,600,000 farmworkers in the United States; Whereas, according to the National Rural Health Association, the rate of suicide among farmers is 3.5 times higher than among the general population; Whereas, according to the Mortality-Linked National Health Interview Survey, the rate of suicide among farmworkers is 1.4 times higher than rates across all other occupations; Whereas May is National Mental Health Awareness Month ; and Whereas the stigma surrounding mental and behavioral health persists and acknowledging this public health crisis and creating awareness is as important as ever: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates May 29, 2025, as Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and reduce the stigma associated with mental illness; (2) recognizes the important role of individuals in agriculture as providers of high-quality products to the United States and the world; (3) seeks to create awareness for the unique challenges agricultural producers and workers face, such as weather unpredictability, labor intensity and shortages, farm succession, and fluctuating commodity and market prices; (4) highlights the resources available through the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network of the Department of Agriculture in connecting agricultural producers and workers to stress assistance programs; and (5) encourages all individuals to observe Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day as an opportunity to promote mental well-being and awareness for current and future agricultural producers and workers.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 146 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 27, 2025 Mrs. Blackburn submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Condemning the recent acts of violence, arson, and domestic terrorism committed throughout the United States.

Whereas, over the last several weeks, law enforcement agencies throughout the United States have reported numerous violent attacks on electric vehicles, car dealerships, and charging stations; Whereas, the Department of Justice has charged 3 individuals for violent destruction of Tesla properties, including 1 individual who—armed with an assault rifle—threw 8 Molotov cocktails at a Tesla dealership; and Whereas all acts of violence are entirely unacceptable in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate condemns the horrific acts of violence, arson, and domestic terrorism committed against electric vehicles, car dealerships, and charging stations throughout the United States.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 147 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 27, 2025 Mr. Peters (for himself, Mr. Sullivan , Ms. Collins , Ms. Murkowski , Ms. Hassan , and Mr. Tillis ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that Congress should take all appropriate measures to ensure that the United States Postal Service remains an independent establishment of the Federal Government and is not subject to privatization.

Whereas the United States Postal Service is a constitutionally mandated service per article I, section 8, clause 7 of the Constitution of the United States; Whereas the United States Postal Service is a self-sustaining, independent establishment that does not receive taxpayer funding and relies solely on revenue derived from the sale of postal services and products; Whereas the United States Postal Service and its more than 630,000 employees are at the center of the $1,900,000,000,000 mailing industry, which employs more than 7,900,000 Americans; Whereas the United States Postal Service serves the needs of customers at more than 168,000,000 business and residential addresses every day, maintains an affordable and universal network, and connects the rural, suburban, and urban communities of the United States; Whereas the United States Postal Service is consistently the highest rated agency of the Federal Government in nonpartisan opinion polls; Whereas the United States Postal Service employs nearly 73,000 military veterans and is one of the largest employers of veterans in the United States; Whereas postal employees are dedicated public servants who do more than process and deliver the mail, including serving as the eyes and ears of their communities and often responding first in situations involving health, safety, and crime in their communities; Whereas privatization of the United States Postal Service would result in higher prices and reduced services for its customers, especially in rural communities; and Whereas privatization of the United States Postal Service would jeopardize the booming e-commerce sector and cripple a major part of the critical infrastructure of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that Congress should take all appropriate measures to ensure that the United States Postal Service remains an independent establishment of the Federal Government and not subject to privatization.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 151 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 1 (legislative day, March 31), 2025 Mr. Rounds (for himself and Mr. Coons ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should recognize the 1994 genocide in Rwanda as the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda .

Whereas, in 2018, the United Nations General Assembly amended the title of the annual observance of the genocide in Rwanda on April 7 to be the International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda ; Whereas United States officials have noted publicly that the genocide in Rwanda was intended to destroy Tutsi ; Whereas, on April 7, 2023, Secretary of State Blinken stated, The U.S. stands with Rwanda … in remembering the Tutsi victims of genocide. We also mourn the others who were murdered for their opposition to a genocidal regime. ; Whereas the United States Integrated Country Strategy for Rwanda (approved March 14, 2022) refers to the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi ethnic group ; Whereas Rwandan officials, in appropriately opposing genocide denial or revisionism, aptly note that any nomenclature that does not specifically use the phrase genocide against the Tutsi is ambiguous and conducive to genocide denial or revisionism; Whereas the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum notes in its public educational materials on the genocide in Rwanda that the victims were predominantly Tutsi and that the goal of Hutu extremist leaders was for Rwandan Tutsis to be exterminated ; Whereas the United States-based nongovernmental organization Human Rights Watch, which played a central role in documenting the genocide in Rwanda and in supporting international efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice, found that the Tutsi were being targeted for elimination ; Whereas European diplomats refer to the genocide against the Tutsi in public statements; Whereas, starting in 2022, the Government of the United Kingdom has used the terminology genocide against the Tutsi ; and Whereas the United States is the only major country in the world to publicly reject the terminology genocide against the Tutsi : Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) the United States should recognize the 1994 genocide in Rwanda as the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda ; (2) the Secretary of State should publicly affirm that terminology; and (3) other types of atrocities occurred alongside the genocide against the Tutsi, and the history of the genocide should clearly affirm the other experiences of mass violence against Rwandans during the same period, including the killings and other violence experienced by Hutus and the Indigenous Twa community, perpetrated by Hutu extremist militias.
III 119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 154 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 3, 2025 Mr. Markey submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that Donald Trump is ineligible in any future elections to be elected Vice-President or President, or to serve as President beyond the conclusion of his current term.

Whereas the Twelfth amendment to the Constitution states that No person constitutionally ineligible to the office of President shall be eligible to that of Vice-President of the United States ; Whereas the Twenty-Second amendment to the Constitution states that No person shall be elected to the office of the President more than twice, and no person who has held the office of President, or acted as President, for more than two years of a term to which some other person was elected President shall be elected to the office of the President more than once ; and Whereas Donald Trump has been elected to the office of the President twice: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that Donald Trump is ineligible in any future elections to be elected Vice-President or President, or to serve as President beyond the conclusion of his current term.