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Jeff Merkley 2025-2026 Regular Session - Authored & Sponsored Legislation (Page 18)

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Co-Sponsor of Legislation

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Us Congress Senate Bill SR204

Introduced
5/5/25  
A resolution recognizing escalating threats to freedom of the press and freedom of speech worldwide, including increasing harm to journalists reporting in conflict zones and under repressive regimes, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in upholding democracy, fostering economic prosperity, and keeping the public informed, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in supporting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of "World Press Freedom Day" on May 3, 2025.
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Us Congress Senate Bill SR218

Introduced
5/13/25  
A resolution condemning any acceptance of Presidential aircraft, or any other substantial gift, from a foreign government.
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Us Congress Senate Bill SR224

Introduced
5/13/25  
A resolution calling for the urgent delivery of humanitarian aid to address the needs of civilians in Gaza.
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Us Congress Senate Bill SR227

Introduced
5/14/25  
Refer
5/14/25  
A resolution condemning Hamas for its premeditated, coordinated, and brutal terrorist attacks on October 7, 2023, against Israel and demanding that Hamas immediately release all remaining hostages and return them to safety, and for other purposes.
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Us Congress Senate Bill SR231

A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.
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Us Congress Senate Bill SR240

Introduced
5/21/25  
A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace, pre-K through 12th grade and higher education systems, government programs, the military, and our society.
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Us Congress Senate Bill SR255

A resolution honoring the life, achievements, and legacy of former United States Senator Christopher "Kit" Bond of Missouri.
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Us Congress Senate Bill SR28

Introduced
1/16/25  
This resolution recognizes the contribution of women serving in combat roles in the Armed Forces.
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Us Congress Senate Bill SR287

Introduced
6/18/25  
A resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.
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Us Congress Senate Bill SR290

Introduced
6/18/25  
A resolution commemorating June 19, 2025, as "Juneteenth National Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which news of the end of slavery reached the slaves in the Southwestern States.

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Us Congress Senate Bill SR206

Introduced
5/6/25  
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2025.
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Us Congress Senate Bill SR226

Introduced
5/14/25  
A resolution condemning the Government of the People's Republic of China for engaging in transnational repression.
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Us Congress Senate Bill SR248

Introduced
5/22/25  
A resolution expressing the need for the Federal Government to establish a national biodiversity strategy for protecting biodiversity for current and future generations.
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Us Congress Senate Bill SR283

Introduced
6/17/25  
A resolution commemorating the 90th birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on July 6, 2025, as "A Day of Compassion" and expressing support for the human rights and distinct religious, cultural, linguistic, and historical identity of the Tibetan people.
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Us Congress Senate Bill SR289

Introduced
6/18/25  
A resolution recognizing the importance of pollinators to ecosystem health and agriculture in the United States by designating June 15 through June 22, 2025, as "National Pollinator Week".