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SRES 902118th CongressFailed / ExpiredSenate

A resolution relating to the death of Timothy Peter Johnson, former Senator for the State of South Dakota.

Policy Area: Congress
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Origin Chamber
Senate
Last Updated
Aug 23, 2025
Latest Action Date
Nov 21, 2024

Latest Action

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

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Executive Summary

Senate Resolution 902 is a formal resolution expressing condolences and recognizing the death of Timothy Peter Johnson, a former U.S. Senator from South Dakota. The resolution does not contain legislative provisions, funding, or policy changes. It serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment by the Senate to honor the late Senator's service and legacy.

Bottom Line

S.Res. 902 is a non-legislative resolution commemorating the passing of former Senator Timothy Peter Johnson, with no direct policy or budgetary impact.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The resolution relates solely to the death of Timothy Peter Johnson, former Senator for South Dakota.
  • It is a Senate-originated resolution with no accompanying legislative text or policy directives.
  • The latest procedural action was sending a message on Senate action to the House, indicating formal communication but no further legislative steps.
Who Benefits?

['The family and associates of Timothy Peter Johnson', 'The U.S. Senate as an institution recognizing its former member', 'The State of South Dakota, honoring a former representative']

Potential Concerns

['No implementation, cost, or enforcement considerations are present due to the non-legislative nature of the resolution.', 'No authority or oversight issues arise from this resolution.']

Political Context

This resolution is part of the Senate's customary practice of formally acknowledging the deaths of former members. It does not propose any policy changes or legislative actions and is situated within the broader context of congressional memorials.

Hidden Impact Review

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Clear Review

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Indirect Effects

The resolution may contribute to institutional memory and historical record-keeping within Congress and among the public regarding former members of the Senate.

GovScope Watchdog Notes

As a non-legislative resolution without policy or funding implications, S.Res. 902 poses minimal transparency or oversight concerns. Its primary function is ceremonial, and no substantive legislative text is available for review.

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

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