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Marsha Blackburn (R-TN)

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

S.Res. 130 · Senate resolution Health

A Republican resolution with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See all 2 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1785; text: CR S1783)

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Officially Recorded
  3. Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

This resolution honors the life and legacy of Dr. Mary Edwards Walker. Dr. Walker was a surgeon who served as an unpaid volunteer during the Civil War and later became the first female surgeon in the Army. She provided medical care to soldiers and civilians, often crossing battle lines. Following the war, she was awarded the Medal of Honor for Meritorious Service. She was also a dedicated advocate for women's rights and suffrage. The Senate aims to recognize her as a trailblazer and a United States hero.

Yes

  • Scored +5

    Would women be better off under this?

    The resolution explicitly honors a pioneering female surgeon and advocate for women's rights.

  • Scored +5

    Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?

    The resolution honors a champion for women's rights and suffrage, promoting the legacy of gender equality.

  • Scored +2

    Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?

    The resolution honors a woman who served as a medical officer during the Civil War.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.