Bill · S.Res. 308· Senate(119-SRES-308)
A resolution honoring the life, achievements, and legacy of Frederick W. Smith.
- Introduced
- 6/26/2025
- Last activity
- 6/26/2025 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3549; text: CR S3566)
- Sponsored by
- Marsha Blackburn
- Cosponsors
- - 8 - 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 resolution honors the life, achievements, and legacy of Frederick W. Smith. It highlights his service in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, where he received several decorations. The text notes that Smith founded Federal Express, a company that grew into a global transportation and logistics giant. It mentions his role in revolutionizing the package delivery system and his commitment to Memphis, Tennessee. Finally, the resolution seeks to honor his legacy as a trailblazer and entrepreneur.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Philanthropic Initiatives: The text states that Fred Smith launched numerous philanthropic initiatives intended to make the world better for children, the people of Memphis, and all people of the United States.
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Economic and Infrastructure Impact: Through the growth of FedEx, the document notes the creation of a company with hundreds of thousands of employees and a massive global presence in transportation, logistics, and e-commerce.
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Community Support: The resolution highlights Smith's dedication to supporting and uplifting the city of Memphis, Tennessee.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are identified in the provided text.
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- 6/26/2025
- 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 S3549; text: CR S3566)
- 8 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
John BarrassoRepublican · Wyoming
Shelley CapitoRepublican · West Virginia
Steve DainesRepublican · Montana
Chuck GrassleyRepublican · Iowa
Bill HagertyRepublican · Tennessee
Cindy Hyde-SmithRepublican · Mississippi
Dan SullivanRepublican · Alaska
Roger WickerRepublican · Mississippi