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Joni Ernst (R-IA)

A resolution recognizing the week of November 3 through November 7, 2025, as "National Veterans Small Business Week".

S.Res. 482 · Senate resolution Commerce

A Republican resolution with 20 Democratic cosponsors · See all 62 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7905; text: CR S7904)

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 formally recognizes the week of November 3 through November 7, 2025, as National Veterans Small Business Week. It notes that the Armed Forces train people with the skills to run successful businesses, and highlights that there are over 1,650,000 veteran-owned small businesses in the United States. These businesses employ nearly 3,300,000 people and account for more than $952,000,000,000 in total sales every year. The resolution also points out that the Small Business Administration hosts events honoring this week. Ultimately, the Senate supports the goals of the week, backs policies that promote a business-friendly environment free of unnecessary regulations, and expresses appreciation for veterans' continued service through business ownership.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Scored +3

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

    The resolution explicitly recognizes and honors veteran small business owners and their contributions.

  • Scored +2

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    The resolution highlights and supports policies beneficial to small business owners.

  • Scored +2

    Does this make it easier to run a small business?

    The resolution formally recognizes National Veterans Small Business Week and supports policies for small business owners.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.