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Michael Bennet (D-CO)

A resolution honoring the life, achievements, and legacy of Ben Nighthorse Campbell.

S.Res. 585 · Senate resolution Congress

A Democratic resolution with 53 Republican cosponsors · See all 99 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S263; text: CR S261)

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, achievements, and legacy of the late Ben Nighthorse Campbell. It recognizes his military service in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. The resolution highlights his success as an Olympic judo competitor and a jewelry maker. It also notes his political career in the Colorado State Legislature, the House of Representatives, and the Senate. Finally, it acknowledges his legislative work regarding national parks, museums, and water projects.

Yes· 3 of 6

  • Scored +6

    Would Native Americans be better off under this?

    The resolution highlights his legislative legacy regarding water projects and cultural institutions for Native American tribes.

  • Scored +5

    Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?

    The resolution acknowledges the subject's work in elevating Black Canyon of the Gunnison to a national park.

  • Scored +5

    Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?

    The resolution honors a legislator who championed the National Museum of the American Indian and served as a leader for Indigenous communities.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.