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A resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States.
2/19/2025, 7:23 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 35
Bill 119 SRES 35 is a resolution that aims to honor the 100th anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States. Nellie Tayloe Ross made history in 1925 when she was elected as the Governor of Wyoming, following the death of her husband, William B. Ross, who had been serving as Governor.
The resolution recognizes Nellie Tayloe Ross's groundbreaking achievement and her contributions to the advancement of women in politics. It highlights her dedication to public service and her commitment to improving the lives of the people of Wyoming.
The resolution also acknowledges the importance of celebrating and honoring the accomplishments of women in leadership roles, as well as the progress that has been made towards gender equality in the United States. Overall, Bill 119 SRES 35 serves as a tribute to Nellie Tayloe Ross and her historic milestone as the first female Governor in the United States, and it encourages continued efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in political leadership.
The resolution recognizes Nellie Tayloe Ross's groundbreaking achievement and her contributions to the advancement of women in politics. It highlights her dedication to public service and her commitment to improving the lives of the people of Wyoming.
The resolution also acknowledges the importance of celebrating and honoring the accomplishments of women in leadership roles, as well as the progress that has been made towards gender equality in the United States. Overall, Bill 119 SRES 35 serves as a tribute to Nellie Tayloe Ross and her historic milestone as the first female Governor in the United States, and it encourages continued efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in political leadership.
Congressional Summary of SRES 35
This resolution commemorates the legacy of Governor Nellie Tayloe Ross, the first female elected as a state governor in the United States. (Governor Ross was the 14th state governor of Wyoming, inaugurated on January 5, 1925.) The resolution celebrates the contributions of Governor Ross to the advancement of women in leadership positions and calls on U.S. citizens to observe January 2025 as the 100th anniversary of Governor Ross' pioneering spirit.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 35
Bill SRES 35 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 24, 2025. Bill SRES 35 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 24, 2025. Bill SRES 35's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S372) as of January 24, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 35
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 35
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 35
A resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States.
A resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States.
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Matheo King
30,691
11 months ago
I don't see why this is such a big deal. It's not like it affects me in any way.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 35
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