SRES 110 United States Senate · 118th Congress

A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the late James George Abourezk.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SRES 110) honoring the late James George Abourezk, the first Arab American to serve in the U.S. Senate (1973-1979) from South Dakota. It commemorates his legacy, including his work re-establishing the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs and co-authoring key Native American rights legislation like the Indian Child Welfare Act. The resolution directs the Senate to adjourn in his memory and send a copy to his family, acknowledging his service as a representative and advocate for Native American communities. As a procedural resolution, it has no legislative effect beyond commemoration.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

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Mar 2023

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Mar 2023

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Introduced Mar 15, 2023 Last action Mar 15, 2023

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Mar 15, 2023

Introduced

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S806; text: CR S805)

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Mar 15, 2023

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Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S806; text: CR S805)

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Mar 15, 2023

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1 primary · 99 co-sponsors