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117th CONGRESS
2d Session
S. RES. 851
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
November 29, 2022
Mr. Scott of South Carolina (for himself, Mr. Booker, and Mr. Warnock) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration
December 7, 2022
Committee discharged; considered and agreed to
RESOLUTION
Celebrating the 45th anniversary of the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus and its achievements in the Senate.
Whereas, in 1977, Jackie Parker and Ralph Everett had the vision and courage to improve the working conditions of Black Senate staffers;
Whereas the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus continues to promote diversity and inclusion within the Senate;
Whereas the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus recognizes each of the 11 current or former Senators of African-American descent;
Whereas the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus celebrates and commemorates the dedicated efforts of its members to promote a more diverse and representative government; and
Whereas the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus continues to fight for the justice and equality that started during the civil rights movement of the 1960s: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate honors the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus for its many contributions and commitment to enrich the Senate community.