CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

Ruben Gallego (D-AZ)

A resolution recognizing the 80th anniversary of the commencement of continuous operations of Stars and Stripes in the Pacific and the invaluable service of the Stars and Stripes as the "hometown newspaper" for members of the Armed Forces, civilian employees, and family members stationed around the world.

S.Res. 539 · Senate resolution Armed Forces and National Security

A Democratic resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8580; text: CR S8580)

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 recognizes the 80th anniversary of the continuous operations of Stars and Stripes in the Pacific. The document honors the newspaper's history as an independent and uncensored news source for the military community. It highlights the publication's service across various global conflicts since World War II. The resolution also notes the newspaper's evolution through new technologies to reach a broad audience. Finally, it commemorates this milestone and honors the people who have served the institution.

Yes

  • Scored +1

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

    The resolution recognizes an institution that provides news coverage and service to United States veterans.

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    Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?

    The resolution highlights the role of Stars and Stripes as an independent and uncensored news source for the military community.

  • Scored +1

    Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?

    The resolution honors the service of Stars and Stripes, a publication that provides news and information to United States veterans.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.