Bill · H.Res. 30· House(119-HRES-30)

Honoring the life, achievements, legacy, and public service of former President James Earl "Jimmy" Carter, Jr.

Age: 48 years

Georgia

Introduced: 1/9/2025
Last activity: 1/9/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsored by: Nikema Williams
Cosponsors: - 108 - 12

Government Operations and Politics

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A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

H. Res. 30 honors the life, achievements, legacy, and public service of former President James Earl ``Jimmy'' Carter, Jr. The resolution details his birth in Georgia, his education, his naval service as a submariner, and his return home to run the family farm after his father's passing. It highlights his political career, noting his time on the Sumter County Board of Education, his service in the Georgia Senate, and his term as the 76th Governor of Georgia. The text reviews his presidency, emphasizing major foreign policy treaties, the creation of the Department of Education and the Department of Energy, and his environmental conservation efforts. Additionally, the measure outlines his post-presidency work, including founding the Carter Center, winning the Nobel Peace Prize, and volunteering with Habitat for Humanity. Finally, the resolution expresses condolences for his passing and formally establishes his legacy as one of the great leaders and statesmen of the United States.

Yes· 3 of 19

Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+7
The text details President Carter's extensive work in conflict mediation and promoting peaceful solutions to international conflicts.
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+6
The text notes President Carter's efforts to increase the number of Black officials in State government and his support for civil rights.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+6
The text mentions the Alaska National Interest Conservation Act signed to protect access to public lands and preserve wilderness.