Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SR211

Caption

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.

Impact

While Senate resolutions generally do not enact law, SR211 serves to highlight the significance of public service in the United States, potentially influencing public perception and appreciation for government roles. By recognizing and promoting public service professions, the resolution aims to inspire new generations to consider careers in government, which could be beneficial for the recruitment of future public servants. It underscores the importance of public service employees in maintaining societal functions, particularly in challenging times.

Summary

Senate Resolution 211 expresses the sense of the Senate commending public servants for their unwavering dedication and service during Public Service Recognition Week, observed from May 7 to May 13, 2023. This resolution highlights the important contributions of public servants across various sectors, emphasizing their roles in ensuring the government's responsiveness and effectiveness during public health crises and economic challenges. The resolution was introduced by Senator Sinema and co-sponsored by several other senators, signaling broad bipartisan support.

Contention

There were no notable points of contention reported in discussions surrounding SR211, given its nature as a resolution for commending public service rather than proposing new legislation or altering existing laws. This may indicate a consensus around the value of public service among lawmakers, who are emphasizing the crucial roles played by federal, state, and local government employees in serving the community and addressing national issues.

Companion Bills

US HR371

Related Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week.

US HR1196

Related Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week.

Previously Filed As

US HR371

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week.

US SR216

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.

US HR1196

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week.

US HR403

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives 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.

US SR199

A resolution designating May 5, 2023, as "United States Foreign Service Day" in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.

US HCR133

Expressing the sense of Congress that public health professionals should be commended for their dedication and service to the United States on Public Health Thank You Day, November 25, 2024.

US HCR78

Expressing the sense of Congress that public health professionals should be commended for their dedication and service to the United States on Public Health Thank You Day, November 20, 2023.

US SR172

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on Ukrainian victory.

US SR117

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President and the Secretary of State should ensure that the Government of Canada does not permanently store nuclear waste in the Great Lakes Basin.

US SCR8

A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically provided and continue to provide critical benefits to the people and communities of the United States.

Similar Bills

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