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SRES 80119th CongressIntroduced

A resolution expressing gratitude to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, the Architect of the Capitol, the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers for their support in making the Presidential Inauguration a success.

Introduced: Feb 13, 2025
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This Senate resolution expresses formal gratitude to the groups involved in the Presidential Inauguration on January 20, 2025, including the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, the Architect of the Capitol, the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers. It notes that cold weather required certain events to be moved indoors and commends these groups for their professionalism, resilience, and teamwork in ensuring a safe, secure, and smooth inauguration. The resolution also extends thanks to the families of these personnel and urges the American people to acknowledge their critical contributions. It is ceremonial in nature and does not create new law or authorize funding.

Key Points

  • 1The Senate formally expresses profound gratitude to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, the Architect of the Capitol, the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers for their efforts in making the inauguration a success.
  • 2The resolution recognizes the professionalism and resilience of these groups in adapting to unforeseen challenges, specifically the relocation of events indoors due to unseasonably cold weather.
  • 3It commends their hard work in upholding safety and security for all participants and attendees.
  • 4The resolution extends heartfelt thanks to the families and loved ones of the involved personnel, acknowledging their support.
  • 5It calls on all Americans to join in acknowledging the critical role these groups played in the inauguration.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: The entities and individuals named in the resolution (JCCIC, Architect of the Capitol, Sergeant at Arms, Secretary of the Senate, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers) and their immediate operations surrounding the inauguration.Secondary group/area affected: Families and supporters of the involved personnel; public recognition and morale.Additional impacts: The measure is ceremonial and non-binding; it provides no new authorities or funding but may shape public narrative and ceremonial tone for this and future inaugurations.
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