Raphael Warnock (D-GA)
Original Resolution Honoring Alpha Phi Alpha
A Democratic resolution with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S8532)
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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.
What this bill would do
This resolution, titled the "Original Resolution Honoring Alpha Phi Alpha," is intended to recognize the 119th anniversary of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. The fraternity was founded on December 4, 1906, at Cornell University. It is noted as the first intercollegiate fraternity founded by African-American men. The resolution highlights the organization's mission to develop leaders, promote brotherhood, and provide community service. It further acknowledges the various programs the fraternity operates to serve its members and the public. Finally, the Senate officially congratulates and commends the fraternity for its years of service.
Yes· 3 of 10
- Scored +5
Would Black Americans be better off under this?
The resolution honors the history and community service of a prominent African-American fraternity.
- Scored +3
Would children be better off under this?
The 'Project Alpha' program provides education and skill-building for young males ages 12 to 15.
- Scored +3
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
The 'Brother's Keeper' program advocates for and improves the lives of senior members.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Senior and Disabled Support: Through the "Brother's Keeper" program, the fraternity advocates for and works to improve the lives of senior members, members with disabilities, and their spouses and widows (Preamble, Paragraph 5, Clause 1).
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Voter Empowerment: The "A Voteless People Is A Hopeless People" program works to engage the community through voter registration and empowerment (Preamble, Paragraph 5, Clause 2).
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Educational Advancement: The "Go-to-High School, Go-to-College" program focuses on the importance of completing secondary and collegiate education to help individuals advance (Preamble, Paragraph 5, Clause 3).
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Youth Development: The "Project Alpha" program provides education and skill-building for young males ages 12 to 15 regarding responsibility, relationships, teen pregnancy, and sexually transmitted diseases (Preamble, Paragraph 5, Clause 4).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are identified in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The resolution honors the history and community service of a prominent African-American fraternity. Would children be better off under this? — The 'Project Alpha' program provides education and skill-building for young males ages 12 to 15. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The 'Brother's Keeper' program is specifically cited as improving the lives of members with disabilities. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The 'Brother's Keeper' program advocates for and improves the lives of senior members. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution notes educational initiatives intended to provide a road to advancement.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — The 'Brother's Keeper' program is noted for advocating for and improving the lives of members with disabilities. Does this make casting a ballot easier in practice? — The resolution mentions the fraternity's efforts in voter registration and engagement. Does this protect the right to vote? — The resolution highlights the 'A Voteless People Is A Hopeless People' program which focuses on voter registration and empowerment. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The resolution mentions educational programs designed as a road to advancement for community members.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make college cost less? — The 'Go-to-High School, Go-to-College' program emphasizes completing collegiate education for advancement.
- 12/8/2025
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S8532)
- Introduced in Senate