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SRES-650Senate2026-03-18Native Americans

A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in the United States.

YourVoice.Now Summary

The Senate honored Native women's history and achievements — a tribute with no money, rules, or benefits attached.

The details

Most people would see no change in daily life. The Senate agreed to this resolution on March 18, 2026. It honors American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women. About 5.3 million of them live in the United States, the resolution says. No money is spent. No rule, benefit, or program changes. The text names women who left a mark on the country. They include Susan La Flesche Picotte, the first Native American to earn a medical degree. It also names Wilma Mankiller, the first woman elected Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. The Senate adds that the country should keep working on gaps in health care, justice, and schooling. That line states a view. It does not set up a plan, a budget, or a deadline.

Congressional Summary

This resolution celebrates the successes of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women and the contributions they have made in the United States. The resolution also recognizes the importance of providing for the safety and upholding the interests of these women.

Legislative Subjects

Alaska Natives and HawaiiansCongressional tributesFederal-Indian relationsIndian social and development programsRacial and ethnic relationsWomen's rights

Details

Congress
119th
Chamber
Senate
Status
summarized
Action
Passed Senate
Action Date
2026-03-18
Date Added
2026-04-10
Source
Congress.gov →

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