Bill · S.Res. 574· Senate(119-SRES-574)
A resolution observing the fifth anniversary of the attack on the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021, and recognizing the essential work of United States Capitol personnel, including the United States Capitol Police.
- Introduced
- 1/6/2026
- Last activity
- 1/6/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S51)
- Sponsored by
- Alex Padilla
- Cosponsors
- - 32 - 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 observes the fifth anniversary of the attack on the United States Capitol that occurred on January 6, 2021. It recognizes the essential work and bravery of United States Capitol personnel, including the United States Capitol Police and law enforcement agencies. The text highlights the injuries sustained by officers and the deaths of five officers following the event. It also acknowledges the role of custodial, janitorial, maintenance, and food services staff in maintaining the Capitol. Finally, the Senate expresses gratitude for these workers and reaffirms its commitment to protecting democracy and the Constitution.
Yes· 3 of 5
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+1
The resolution recognizes the essential work of custodial, maintenance, and food services staff.
Would union members be better off under this?+1
The resolution honors the skill and dedication of essential service workers including janitorial and food services staff.
Does this protect the right to vote?+1
The resolution reaffirms the Senate's commitment to protecting the democratic process and the constitutional duty of certifying electoral votes.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Expression of gratitude to law enforcement: The resolution expresses gratitude for the bravery and service of the United States Capitol Police, the Metropolitan Police Department, and all responding law enforcement officers (Resolution Section 1).
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Recognition of essential workers: The resolution recognizes the strength, commitment, and daily dedication of United States Capitol personnel, including custodial, janitorial, maintenance, and food services staff (Resolution Sections 2 and Whereas clauses).
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Commitment to democratic institutions: The Senate reaffirms its commitment to protect against efforts to undermine democracy and to uphold and defend the Constitution (Resolution Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly identified in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+1Good For Union Workers+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Policing Reform+1Improves Voting Rights+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+1
- 1/6/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S51)
- 35 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Angela AlsobrooksDemocrat · Maryland
Tammy BaldwinDemocrat · Wisconsin
Richard BlumenthalDemocrat · Connecticut
Cory BookerDemocrat · New Jersey
Lisa Blunt RochesterDemocrat · Delaware
Maria CantwellDemocrat · Washington
Christopher CoonsDemocrat · Delaware
Catherine Cortez MastoDemocrat · Nevada
Richard DurbinDemocrat · Illinois
Tammy DuckworthDemocrat · Illinois
John FettermanDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Kirsten GillibrandDemocrat · New York
Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii
Martin HeinrichDemocrat · New Mexico
Maggie HassanDemocrat · New Hampshire
Amy KlobucharDemocrat · Minnesota
Angus KingIndependent · Maine
Timothy KaineDemocrat · Virginia
Andy KimDemocrat · New Jersey
Edward MarkeyDemocrat · Massachusetts
Patty MurrayDemocrat · Washington
Lisa MurkowskiRepublican · Alaska
Christopher MurphyDemocrat · Connecticut
Jeff MerkleyDemocrat · Oregon
Gary PetersDemocrat · Michigan
John ReedDemocrat · Rhode Island
Bernie SandersIndependent · Vermont
Charles SchumerDemocrat · New York
Adam SchiffDemocrat · California
Jeanne ShaheenDemocrat · New Hampshire
Brian SchatzDemocrat · Hawaii
Tina SmithDemocrat · Minnesota
Chris Van HollenDemocrat · Maryland
Peter WelchDemocrat · Vermont
Sheldon WhitehouseDemocrat · Rhode Island