SRES 177119th CongressIntroduced

A resolution recognizing the 200th anniversary of the incorporation of the city of Vicksburg, Mississippi, and the historical significance of the city.

Introduced: Apr 10, 2025

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This Senate resolution recognizes the 200th anniversary of the incorporation of Vicksburg, Mississippi, and highlights the city’s historical significance. It designates the year 2025 as the Vicksburg Bicentennial, honors Vicksburg’s contributions to Mississippi and United States history, encourages nationwide acknowledgment and participation in the year-long bicentennial celebrations, and requests the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of the resolution to the city. As a ceremonial resolution, it expresses appreciation and promotes awareness but does not itself authorize funding or create new laws or regulatory requirements.

Key Points

1Designates the year 2025 as the “Vicksburg Bicentennial.”
2Honors Vicksburg’s rich history and pivotal contributions to the state and the nation, including notable Civil War events and other historical milestones listed in the preamble.
3Encourages the people of the United States to acknowledge and participate in Vicksburg’s year-long bicentennial celebrations.
4Requests the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of the resolution to Vicksburg in recognition of the Senate’s respect and admiration.
5Includes a detailed preamble outlining historical background and significance to provide context for the designation (non-binding context rather than operative law).

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Residents and institutions in Vicksburg and Warren County, Mississippi; local government and cultural/historic organizations; tourism and local businesses benefiting from bicentennial events.Secondary group/area affected: Visitors and national audiences interested in American history; schools and universities with an interest in Civil War history and regional heritage.Additional impacts: Could stimulate local commemorative events, tourism, and community pride; requires no new funding or regulatory changes from the federal government beyond symbolic recognition.

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