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Raphael Warnock (D-GA)

A resolution honoring the life and legacy of President Jimmy Carter and commending President Jimmy Carter for his life-long career of public service, humanitarian leadership, diplomacy, and courageous advocacy.

S.Res. 19 · Senate resolution Government Operations and Politics

A Democratic resolution with 52 Republican cosponsors · See all 98 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S76; text: CR S81)

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 Senate resolution honors the life and legacy of former President Jimmy Carter. It recognizes his lifelong career which included public service, humanitarian leadership, diplomacy, and advocacy. The text details his various roles, such as serving as the 76th Governor of Georgia and the 39th President of the United States. It also highlights his post-presidency work through The Carter Center and Habitat for Humanity. Ultimately, the resolution mourns his passing and extends sympathies to his family.

Yes· 3 of 8

  • Scored +5

    Would households on low incomes be better off under this?

    The resolution notes President Carter's work through Habitat for Humanity to build affordable housing.

  • Scored +5

    Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?

    The resolution notes that as Governor of Georgia, President Carter challenged racial discrimination.

  • Scored +5

    Does this make housing cost less?

    The resolution cites President Carter's work with Habitat for Humanity to build affordable housing in many countries.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.