Bill · S.Res. 177· Senate(119-SRES-177)
A resolution recognizing the 200th anniversary of the incorporation of the city of Vicksburg, Mississippi, and the historical significance of the city.
- Introduced
- 4/10/2025
- Last activity
- 4/10/2025 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2577; text: CR S2573-2574)
- Sponsored by
- Cindy Hyde-Smith
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This Senate resolution recognizes the 200th anniversary of the incorporation of Vicksburg, Mississippi. It honors the city's rich and pivotal contributions to the history of Mississippi and the United States. The resolution designates the year 2025 as the "Vicksburg Bicentennial" to mark this milestone. It further encourages the people of the United States to acknowledge the city's year-long celebration. Finally, the Senate requests that a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Vicksburg.
Yes· 3 of 6
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+1
The resolution honors the rich history of Vicksburg, including the establishment of the first Black-owned bank in the US.
Would Native Americans be better off under this?+1
The preamble acknowledges the historical presence of several Native American tribes in the region.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+1
The resolution highlights the Vicksburg National Cemetery and its role in honoring soldiers.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Historical Recognition: The resolution honors Vicksburg for its significant historical contributions, including its role in the Civil War and its diverse cultural history (Resolution, Section 2).
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Community Celebration: By designating 2025 as the "Vicksburg Bicentennial," the resolution highlights a year-long celebration for the city's residents (Resolution, Section 1).
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National Awareness: The resolution encourages the people of the United States to acknowledge the city as it begins its bicentennial year (Resolution, Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are identified in the text provided.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For African Americans+1Good For Native Americans+1Good For Urban Residents+1Good For Veterans+1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+1
- 4/10/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2577; text: CR S2573-2574)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
Roger WickerRepublican · Mississippi