SRES 130 United States Senate · 119th Congress

A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Mary Edwards Walker.

This Senate resolution (SRES 130) commemorates Dr. Mary Edwards Walker, a pioneering 19th-century physician and women's rights advocate. It honors her as the first female U.S. Army surgeon (appointed in 1864), her Civil War medical service, her Medal of Honor, and her lifelong advocacy for gender equality. The resolution formally recognizes her legacy as a trailblazer in medicine and women's rights, committing to preserve her story for future generations. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect and does not create new policies or obligations.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Mar 2025
House Passage
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Introduced Mar 14, 2025 Last action Mar 14, 2025
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Mar 14, 2025
Introduced
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1785; text: CR S1783)
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Mar 14, 2025
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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.
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Mar 14, 2025
Introduced
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