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Gary Peters (D-MI)

A resolution honoring the life of the Honorable Donald W. Riegle, Jr., former Senator for the State of Michigan.

S.Res. 755 · 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 S2480; text: CR S2478-2479)

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, legacy, and public service of the late Donald W. Riegle, Jr., a former United States Senator and Representative for the State of Michigan. It outlines his educational background, academic career, and his nearly three decades of service in Congress. The text notes his leadership roles, including serving as Chairman of the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, and his work on legislation concerning equal credit, community development, and veterans' health. It expresses profound sorrow and deep regret over his passing on April 24, 2026. Finally, the Senate extends its condolences to his family and directs that the Senate stand adjourned out of respect for his memory.