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Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV)

A resolution expressing support for the designation of July 10, 2026, as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day.

S.Res. 794 · Senate resolution Energy

A Democratic resolution with 10 Republican cosponsors · See all 21 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3194; text: CR S3218)

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 expresses support for designating July 10, 2026, as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day. The resolution notes that the United States relies on electricity for many essential services and that journeyman lineworkers are critical to keeping the energy grid running. It highlights that these workers perform heroic services during disasters and often work long hours under dangerous conditions. The date marks the 130th anniversary of the death of Henry Miller, the first president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Finally, the resolution seeks to honor the contributions and sacrifices of these workers.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Scored +5

    Would union members be better off under this?

    The resolution explicitly honors the contributions and sacrifices of journeyman lineworkers and their union history.

  • Scored +3

    Does this strengthen the rights of workers to organise?

    The resolution honors the legacy of Henry Miller, the first president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.

  • Scored +1

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    The resolution notes that electricity is essential to powering small businesses.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.