Bill · S.Res. 216· Senate(119-SRES-216)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year.
- Introduced
- 5/12/2025
- Last activity
- 5/12/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text: CR S2865)
- Sponsored by
- James Lankford
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
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 resolution expresses the sense of the Senate regarding Public Service Recognition Week. It designates the week of May 4 through May 10, 2025, as a time to honor employees of the Federal, State, and local governments, as well as members of the uniformed services. The measure aims to recognize the contributions of millions of individuals serving across the United States and around the world. It highlights various ways public servants support the nation, such as fighting crime, protecting the environment, and assisting veterans. Ultimately, the Senate seeks to commend, salute, and express gratitude to these dedicated individuals.
Yes· 3 of 6
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+1
The resolution highlights the role of public servants in assisting veterans of the Armed Forces.
Is this likely to create jobs?+1
The resolution encourages efforts to promote and celebrate public service careers at every level of government.
Does this put more money into public schools?+1
The resolution acknowledges that public servants teach and work in schools and libraries.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Service: The resolution supports the designation of May 4 through May 10, 2025, as "Public Service Recognition Week" to honor the contributions of government employees and uniformed services members (Resolution Section 1).
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Promotion of Careers: The Senate encourages efforts to promote and celebrate public service careers at every level of government (Resolution Section 5).
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Commemoration of Sacrifice: The resolution honors government employees and members of the uniformed services who have given their lives in service to their communities and the United States (Resolution Section 4).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+1
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+1
- Education And Technology
- Increases Public School Funding+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Social Security+1
- 5/12/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text: CR S2865)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
John FettermanDemocrat · Pennsylvania