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Marsha Blackburn (R-TN)

A resolution honoring the life, achievements, and legacy of Frederick W. Smith.

S.Res. 308 · Senate resolution Transportation and Public Works

A Republican resolution with 8 Republican cosponsors · See all 8 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3549; text: CR S3566)

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, achievements, and legacy of Frederick W. Smith. It highlights his service in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, where he received several decorations. The text notes that Smith founded Federal Express, a company that grew into a global transportation and logistics giant. It mentions his role in revolutionizing the package delivery system and his commitment to Memphis, Tennessee. Finally, the resolution seeks to honor his legacy as a trailblazer and entrepreneur.