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S.Con.Res. 15Senate116th Congress (2019-2021)Passed Senate

A concurrent resolution expressing support for the designation of October 28, 2019, as "Honoring the Nation's First Responders Day".

Sponsored by Elizabeth WarrenSen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA)
Introduced May 1, 2019

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The resolution asks Congress to support naming October 28, 2019, as "Honoring the Nation's First Responders Day." It recognizes the work of professional and volunteer fire, police, EMS, and related personnel, and urges Americans to observe the day with ceremonies that highlight their contributions.

Key Provisions

  • Congress supports designating October 28, 2019, as Honoring the Nation's First Responders Day.
  • The resolution honors and recognizes the contributions of first responders across the United States.
  • It encourages the public to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities that raise awareness of first responders' roles.

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Held at the desk.

June 10, 2019 • 6:30 PM

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SenateIntro Referral

Introduced in Senate

May 1, 2019

SenateIntro Referral

Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

May 1, 2019

SenateCommittee

Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

May 15, 2019

SenateCommittee

Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Johnson without amendment and with a preamble. With written report No. 116-43.

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

June 4, 2019

SenateCalendars

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 108.

June 4, 2019

SenateFloor

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3266-3267; text: CR 05/01/2019 S2576)

June 5, 2019

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Message on Senate action sent to the House.

June 10, 2019

HouseFloor

Received in the House.

June 10, 2019 • 2:05 PM

HouseFloor

Held at the desk.

June 10, 2019 • 6:30 PM

Floor Debate

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What members said about S.Con.Res. 15 on the floor

1 Republican
Mitch McConnell
Sen. Mitch McConnellR-KY · Jun 5, 2019

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of Calendar No. 108, S. Con. Res. 15. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the concurrent…

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Engrossed in SenateIssued June 5, 2019

116th CONGRESS

1st Session

S. CON. RES. 15

CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

Whereas first responders include professional and volunteer fire, police, emergency medical technician, and paramedic workers in the United States;

Whereas, according to a 2017 compilation of data on the Emergency Services Sector in the United States by the Department of Homeland Security, The first responder community comprises an estimated 4.6 million career and volunteer professionals within five primary disciplines: Law Enforcement, Fire and Rescue Services, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Management, and Public Works.;

Whereas first responders deserve to be recognized for their commitment to safety, defense, and honor; and

Whereas October 28, 2019, would be an appropriate day to establish as Honoring the Nation’s First Responders Day: Now, therefore, be it

That Congress—

(1)

supports the designation of October 28, 2019, as Honoring the Nation’s First Responders Day;

(2)

honors and recognizes the contributions of first responders; and

(3)

encourages the people of the United States to observe Honoring the Nation’s First Responders Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities that promote awareness of the contributions of first responders in the United States.

Passed the Senate June 5, 2019.

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