119-sres35

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 35 Introduced in Senate

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119th CONGRESS
 1st Session
S. RES. 35

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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 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

 January 24, 2025

 Ms. Lummis (for herself and Mr. Barrasso) submitted the following 
 resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

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 RESOLUTION

Honoring the 100th anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first 
 female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States.

Whereas, in 1925, Nellie Tayloe Ross (referred to in this preamble as ``Governor 
 Ross''), a pioneering figure in United States politics who made 
 significant contributions to the advancement of women in leadership and 
 public service, achieved the historic distinction of being the first 
 female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States;
Whereas, on January 5, 1925, Governor Ross was inaugurated as the 14th Governor 
 of Wyoming, a momentous event in the political history of the United 
 States that not only marked a major milestone for the rights and 
 empowerment of women, but also set a precedent for women in governance 
 across the United States;
Whereas, during her tenure, Governor Ross demonstrated exceptional leadership in 
 advocating for banking reform, public health, education, and the overall 
 welfare of the people of the State of Wyoming, embodying a steadfast 
 commitment to public service and the betterment of the State;
Whereas the groundbreaking leadership of Governor Ross represented the 
 principles of progress and innovation, serving as a symbol of 
 determination, resilience, and the tireless spirit of women in the State 
 of Wyoming and the United States; and
Whereas the Senate, recognizing the profound impact of the legacy of Governor 
 Ross, honors and celebrates the enduring influence of the achievements 
 of Governor Ross, which continue to inspire generations of women to 
 achieve leadership roles in all levels of government: Now, therefore, be 
 it
 Resolved, That the Senate--

    (1) recognizes and commemorates the legacy of Governor 
 Nellie Tayloe Ross (referred to in this resolution as 
 ``Governor Ross'') and her groundbreaking role as the first 
 female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States;

    (2) celebrates the lasting contributions of Governor Ross 
 to the advancement of women in leadership positions; and

    (3) calls on the citizens of the United States to join in 
 the observance of January, 2025, as the 100th anniversary of 
 the pioneering spirit of Governor Ross, whose work continues to 
 inspire and empower women in the political arena and beyond.
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