Bills · SRES 97
PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Res.SRES 97NebraskaCongressional tributes
A resolution honoring the life of Nebraska community leader Howard L. Hawks.
INTRO FEB 25· LAST ACTION FEB 25
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution matters because it's a way for the U.S. Senate to officially recognize and pay tribute to individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities and the nation. While it doesn't create new laws or directly impact daily life in a legislative sense, these types of resolutions serve as important civic gestures.
They publicly honor a person's legacy, offering comfort to grieving families and communities. If this resolution didn't pass, Howard L. Hawks' contributions would still be remembered locally, but they wouldn't receive this specific, formal acknowledgment from the federal government. It underscores the value placed on civic leadership, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy by national representatives.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The Senate formally expresses its profound sorrow and deep regret regarding the death of Howard L. Hawks.
This is the primary purpose of the resolution, conveying the Senate's official condolences and acknowledging a loss.
PROVISION 02
The resolution honors Howard L. Hawks' life and legacy, recognizing his unwavering dedication to Nebraska as a civic leader and philanthropist.
This highlights the specific reasons for the Senate's recognition, emphasizing his impactful roles in business and community service.
PROVISION 03
The Senate requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of the resolution to the family of Howard L. Hawks.
This ensures the family receives official documentation of the Senate's tribute, providing a tangible gesture of respect.
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSFEB 25
Introduced in Senate
FEB 25
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
FEB 25
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1359; text: CR S1358-1359)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Resolution
NumberSRES 97
Congress119th
StatusPassed Senate
IntroducedFeb 25, 2025
Last actionFeb 25, 2025
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PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS · SENATE · INTRODUCED FEB 25, 2025
Senate Res.SRES 97NebraskaCongressional tributes
A resolution honoring the life of Nebraska community leader Howard L. Hawks.
INTRODUCED FEB 25, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 25, 2025
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