SRES733Introduced

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year.

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2026-05-14
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James Lankford
James Lankford
Republican · OK · Senator
Votes with party: 75.6% (854 recorded votes)

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2313; text: CR S2310)

2026-05-14

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Plain-English Summary

The Senate passed a resolution recognizing and thanking government workers for their service to the country, both during Public Service Recognition Week and year-round. The resolution honors federal, state, and local employees across all agencies who work in public service. This is a ceremonial measure with no legal requirements or changes to policy.

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Government Operations and Politics

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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. Res. 733 Agreed to Senate (ATS)] <DOC> 119th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 733 Expressing the sense of the Senate that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 14, 2026 Mr. Lankford (for himself and Mr. Fetterman) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to _______________________________________________________________________ RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year. Whereas the week of May 3, 2026, through May 9, 2026, has been designated as ``Public Service Recognition Week'' to honor employees of the Federal Government and State and local governments, and members of the uniformed services, for their contributions to the United States; Whereas Public Service Recognition Week provides an opportunity to recognize and promote the important contributions of public servants and to honor the people who serve the United States at all levels of government and as members of the uniformed services; Whereas millions of individuals serve the public in government service and as members of the uniformed services in every State, county, and city across the United States and around the world; Whereas public servants provide crucial services to millions of people across the United States, supporting local programs and contributing to local economies; Whereas public service is a noble calling involving a variety of challenging and rewarding professions and highly skilled and trained individuals offering their knowledge, effort, and skills in support of the public; and Whereas the United States is a great and prosperous country, and public service employees contribute significantly to that greatness and prosperity: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the Senate-- (1) commends the dedication, professionalism, and patriotism of the public servants of the United States who fulfill their constitutional oath and deliver essential services to the people of the United States; (2) recognizes the indispensable role of public servants in strengthening the economy of the United States, protecting the safety and security of the public, safeguarding individual rights, and sustaining the foundations of democratic self- governance; (3) honors the contributions of all public servants during Public Service Recognition Week, May 3, 2026, through May 9, 2026, and throughout the year; and (4) calls upon the people of the United States to observe Public Service Recognition Week with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that honor and acknowledge the service of those who work on their behalf. <all>
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