Bill · S.Res. 721· Senate(119-SRES-721)
A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Robert S. Mueller III and commending him for a life dedicated to public service and the defense of the democracy of the United States.
- Introduced
- 4/30/2026
- Last activity
- 4/30/2026 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2181-2182)
- Sponsored by
- Richard Durbin
- Cosponsors
- - 4 - 0
- 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 Senate resolution honors the life and legacy of Robert S. Mueller III. It recognizes his background as a combat veteran in the United States Marine Corps and his various roles in public service. The text highlights his legal career, including his time as a Federal prosecutor and his leadership of the FBI. Additionally, it notes his service as a Special Counsel for the Department of Justice. The resolution serves to commend his dedication to the rule of law and the defense of the Constitution. Finally, it extends condolences to his family and requests the transmission of the resolution to them.
Yes
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+1
The resolution recognizes the distinguished military service and valor of a combat veteran.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+1
The resolution honors the life of a distinguished combat veteran.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Commendation of Public Service: The resolution honors a life dedicated to public service and the defense of democracy, which recognizes the value of those who serve the country. (Resolution Clauses 1 and 2)
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Support for Bereaved Family: The Senate extends its deepest condolences and sympathies to the family of Robert S. Mueller III following his death. (Resolution Clause 3)
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Formal Recognition of Legacy: The resolution requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy to the family, providing formal acknowledgment of his life's work. (Resolution Clause 4)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are identified within 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
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- 4/30/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2181-2182)
- 4 Cosponsors added.
Timothy KaineDemocrat · Virginia
Charles SchumerDemocrat · New York
Adam SchiffDemocrat · California
Mark WarnerDemocrat · Virginia