SRES 252 United States Senate · 119th Congress

A resolution designating May 2025 as "Older Americans Month".

SRES 252 is a symbolic Senate resolution designating May 2025 as "Older Americans Month." It does not create new laws or funding but formally recognizes the contributions of older Americans through public acknowledgment. The resolution encourages the public to highlight older adults' achievements, share their experience with younger generations, and celebrate their community involvement. This designation aligns with longstanding observances dating back to 1963, when May was first recognized as Senior Citizens Month. The resolution has no direct impact on policies, programs, or individuals.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

May 2025

Committee Review

Senate Passage

May 2025

House Passage

President

Introduced May 22, 2025 Last action May 22, 2025

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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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May 22, 2025

Introduced

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3141; text: CR S3123-3124)

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May 22, 2025

Upper · Passed

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

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May 22, 2025

Introduced

Introduced in Senate

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1 primary · 11 co-sponsors