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SRES 698118th CongressFailed / ExpiredSenate

A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 9, 2024, as "Veterans Get Outside Day".

Policy Area: Armed Forces and National Security
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Origin Chamber
Senate
Last Updated
Dec 6, 2024
Latest Action Date
May 16, 2024

Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3760-3761; text: CR S3759)

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Executive Summary

Senate Resolution 698 is a non-binding resolution expressing support for designating June 9, 2024, as "Veterans Get Outside Day." The resolution was introduced and agreed to in the Senate without amendment or objection. It falls under the policy area of Armed Forces and National Security and aims to recognize and promote outdoor activities for veterans on this specific day.

Bottom Line

S.Res. 698 officially supports the recognition of June 9, 2024, as "Veterans Get Outside Day," encouraging awareness and participation in outdoor activities by veterans, but it does not create any binding legal obligations or allocate funding.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The resolution designates June 9, 2024, as "Veterans Get Outside Day."
  • It was submitted, considered, and agreed to in the Senate by unanimous consent without amendments.
  • The resolution is symbolic and does not include provisions for funding, enforcement, or regulatory changes.
Who Benefits?

['Veterans who may participate in outdoor activities promoted on this day', 'Organizations that support veterans and outdoor recreation', "The general public through increased awareness of veterans' engagement in outdoor activities"]

Potential Concerns

['As a non-binding resolution, it does not provide funding or mandate actions, which may limit its practical impact.', 'No implementation mechanisms or oversight provisions are included.', "The resolution's symbolic nature means it relies on voluntary participation and external support."]

Political Context

The resolution was introduced and passed in the Senate during the 118th Congress. It reflects a common practice of Congress to designate days recognizing specific groups or causes, particularly related to veterans and national service. The resolution passed unanimously, indicating broad bipartisan support.

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Indirect Effects

["Increased public and organizational awareness of veterans' outdoor activities on June 9, 2024.", 'Potential encouragement for community events or programs focused on veterans and outdoor recreation.', "Possible positive effects on veterans' health and social engagement through increased participation in outdoor activities."]

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The resolution is symbolic and does not include funding, enforcement, or detailed policy provisions. Transparency considerations are minimal given the non-binding nature and unanimous consent passage. No full bill text or detailed legislative analysis is available, limiting deeper oversight review.

Passage Likelihood: LowConfidence: 95%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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