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S. Res. 148 is a Senate resolution honoring the life and public service of former Wyoming Senator Alan K.
Progressives note policy disagreements versus honoring the individual
Relative to its intended legislative type, this bill is a straightforward, well-constructed commemorative Senate resolution that clearly states its purpose and provides the standard, limited procedural steps necessary to effect the tribute.
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Res. 148 is a Senate resolution honoring the life and public service of former Wyoming Senator Alan K.
Simpson.
Ceremonial, bipartisan condolence resolutions almost always are adopted or acknowledged; negligible policy obstacles. Note: simple Senate resolutions are not laws but are routinely agreed to.
Relative to its intended legislative type, this bill is a straightforward, well-constructed commemorative Senate resolution that clearly states its purpose and provides the standard, limited procedural steps necessary to effect the tribute.
Progressives note policy disagreements versus honoring the individual
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Progressives note policy disagreements versus honoring the individual
Likely views the resolution as an appropriate, largely noncontroversial memorial recognizing long public service.
While appreciative of his veteran and civic work, some progressives may note policy disagreements (immigration hardline, entitlement reform focus) but still support a respectful tribute.
Sees this as a routine, bipartisan Senate tribute to a former senator with a long record of public service.
Appreciates the nonpolicy nature of the resolution and the unanimous sponsorship, expecting broad agreement.
Likely strongly supportive, emphasizing Simpson’s work on border security, veterans, and fiscal responsibility.
Views the resolution as fitting recognition of a respected Republican statesman and Wyoming icon.
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Ceremonial, bipartisan condolence resolutions almost always are adopted or acknowledged; negligible policy obstacles. Note: simple Senate resolutions are not laws but are routinely agreed to.
The bill has not accumulated any surfaced votes yet.
Progressives note policy disagreements versus honoring the individual
Ceremonial, bipartisan condolence resolutions almost always are adopted or acknowledged; negligible policy obstacles. Note: simple Senate r…
Relative to its intended legislative type, this bill is a straightforward, well-constructed commemorative Senate resolution that clearly states its purpose and provides the standard, limited procedural steps necessary t…
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