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S.Res. 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 Senate simple resolution (S.Res.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.

Overview

Congress119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026)
TypeSenate simple resolution (S.Res.)
Originating chamberSenate
Introduced2025-01-24
SponsorSen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]
Policy areaGovernment Operations and Politics
Cosponsors1
Latest action2025-01-24 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S372)
Last updated2025-07-21

Summary

Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-01-24):

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.

Cosponsors (1)

NameParty / state
John Barrasso R WY (original cosponsor) 2025-01-24

Full text & official record

The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S.Res. 35 are published by Congress on congress.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

What is S.Res. 35?

S.Res. 35 is a Senate simple resolution (S.Res.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: 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..

Where can I read the full bill text?

The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S.Res. 35 are available on congress.gov.

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