Purpose and Summary
Chamber: Senate
Introduced date: 2024-11-19
Bill 118 SRES 897, also known as a resolution recognizing National Native American Heritage Month, aims to celebrate the rich heritages and cultures of Native Americans and acknowledge their significant contributions to the United States. The resolution highlights the importance of honoring and preserving the traditions, languages, and histories of Native American communities. The resolution emphasizes the need to raise awareness about the challenges and issues facing Native Americans, including disparities in healthcare, education, and economic opportunities. It calls for increased efforts to address these disparities and promote equality and justice for Native American individuals and communities. Furthermore, the resolution recognizes the resilience and strength of Native American people in the face of historical injustices and ongoing struggles. It encourages all Americans to learn about and appreciate the diverse cultures and traditions of Native American tribes and to work towards building stronger relationships and partnerships with Native American communities. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 897 serves as a reminder of the importance of honoring and respecting the contributions and heritage of Native Americans, and calls for continued efforts to promote understanding, equality, and justice for Native American individuals and communities.
Recent Activity
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6639-6640; text: CR S6636)
Alternative Names
A resolution recognizing National Native American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritages and cultures of Native Americans and the contributions of Native Americans to the United States.
A resolution recognizing National Native American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritages and cultures of Native Americans and the contributions of Native Americans to the United States.
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Sponsors and Supporters
Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Cosponsors and Supporters
Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]
Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO]
Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Sen. Butler, Laphonza R. [D-CA]
Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA]
Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND]
Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID]
Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]
Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]
Sen. Helmy, George S. [D-NJ]
Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]
Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND]
Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS]
Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]
Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Sen. Mullin, Markwayne [R-OK]
Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]
Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV]
Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY]
Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Sen. Sinema, Kyrsten [I-AZ]
Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]
Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]
Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]
Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
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