Pete Ricketts (R-NE)
A resolution honoring the life of Nebraska community leader Howard L. Hawks.
A Republican 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 S1359; text: CR S1358-1359)
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
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- 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 and legacy of Howard L. Hawks, a Nebraska community leader. Hawks co-founded Tenaska Energy and helped grow it into one of the largest private companies in the United States. He held significant leadership roles at the University of Nebraska and Creighton University. The text highlights his extensive philanthropic work benefiting various university departments, athletics, and medical programs. Additionally, his support extended to initiatives addressing mental health, homelessness, education, and the arts. The Senate expresses regret over his death and honors his dedication to Nebraska.
Yes· 3 of 9
- Scored +1
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The bill notes the decedent's support for initiatives addressing homelessness.
- Scored +1
Would students be better off under this?
The bill highlights the decedent's support for student scholarships and student-run clinics.
- Scored +1
Would people in cities be better off under this?
The bill notes the decedent's philanthropic commitment to his community in Nebraska.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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University of Nebraska Support: Hawks supported various projects across the University of Nebraska system, including the Howard L. Hawks Hall, Kiewit Hall, and the Hawks Championship Center, which impacts students and athletics (Preamble).
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Medical and Health Advancements: Through the Tim Hawks Chair in Cancer Prevention and Population Science, the Rhonda and Howard Hawks Movement Disorders Fellowship, and the Sharing Clinic, his contributions benefit those involved in public health, neurological sciences, and student-run clinical care (Preamble).
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Educational Opportunities: Hawks supported student scholarships, which provides financial assistance to students (Preamble).
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Community Initiatives: His philanthropy extended to supporting efforts addressing homelessness, mental health, education, and the arts (Preamble).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are identified in the 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 households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill notes the decedent's support for initiatives addressing homelessness. Would students be better off under this? — The bill highlights the decedent's support for student scholarships and student-run clinics. Would people in cities be better off under this? — The bill notes the decedent's philanthropic commitment to his community in Nebraska.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make housing cost less? — The bill recognizes the decedent's philanthropic commitment to addressing homelessness. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The bill notes the decedent's support for initiatives addressing homelessness. Is this likely to reduce homelessness? — The bill mentions the decedent's philanthropic support for initiatives addressing homelessness.
- Healthcare
- Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The bill notes the decedent's support for initiatives addressing mental health. Does this put more money into medical research? — The bill highlights support for the Tim Hawks Chair in Cancer Prevention and Population Science and a movement disorders fellowship.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make college cost less? — The bill notes the decedent's support for student scholarships.
- 2/25/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1359; text: CR S1358-1359)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
Deb FischerRepublican · Nebraska