A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week.

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Bill ID: 119/sres/182
Last Updated: April 15, 2025

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Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]

ID: L000570

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The bill

A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week.

SRES. 182, 119th Congress β€” read as touching Pharmaceuticals.

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Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]

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The money

$64,400 raised

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Bill Summary

Another meaningless resolution from the esteemed members of Congress, because what's more impactful than a strongly-worded letter to no one in particular? SRES 182 is a masterclass in legislative theater, a feel-good exercise that accomplishes nothing except to stroke the egos of its sponsors.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** The main purpose of this resolution is to "support" National Public Health Week. Wow, what a bold move. The objectives are equally impressive: recognizing the importance of public health, highlighting disparities in healthcare, and... well, that's about it. It's a resolution, not an actual bill, so don't expect any tangible changes.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** There aren't any. This is a non-binding resolution, which means it has all the teeth of a toothless tiger. It's a series of "whereas" clauses that outline various public health issues, followed by a bunch of empty platitudes about supporting National Public Health Week.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The only parties affected are the politicians who get to pat themselves on the back for "supporting" public health. The stakeholders are the usual suspects: healthcare providers, advocacy groups, and anyone else looking for a photo op with a senator.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** Zero. Zilch. Nada. This resolution won't change anything except maybe the number of tweets from politicians about how much they care about public health. It's a PR stunt, plain and simple. Don't be fooled by the laundry list of statistics and buzzwords; this is just a way for Congress to pretend they're doing something without actually doing anything.

In short, SRES 182 is a classic case of legislative malpractice – all symptoms, no cure. The real disease here is the politicians' addiction to empty rhetoric and their inability to pass meaningful legislation. But hey, at least they're consistent in their ineptitude.

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Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]

Congress 119 β€’ 2024 Election Cycle

Total Contributions
$64,400
22 donors
PACs
$0
Organizations
$47,900
Committees
$0
Individuals
$16,500

No PAC contributions found

1
LYTTON BAND OF POMO INDIANS
2 transactions
$6,600
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BARONA BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
2 transactions
$6,600
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MESCALERO APACHE TRIBE
2 transactions
$5,000
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PUYALLUP TRIBE OF INDIANS
3 transactions
$3,900
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OTOE-MISSOURIA TRIBE
1 transaction
$3,300
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TAOS PUEBLO GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
1 transaction
$3,300
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OHKAY OWINGEH TRIBE
1 transaction
$3,300
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SAN MANUEL BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
1 transaction
$2,500
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SHAKOPEE MDEWAKANTON SIOUX
2 transactions
$2,400
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SISSETON-WAHPETON OYATE
1 transaction
$2,000
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1 transaction
$2,000
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1 transaction
$1,500
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MOHEGAN TRIBE OF INDIANS OF CONNECTICUT
1 transaction
$1,000
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ZUNI TRIBE
1 transaction
$1,000
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PUEBLO OF ISLETA
1 transaction
$1,000
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SKOKOMISH TRIBAL COUNCIL
1 transaction
$1,000
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ALABAMA COUSHATTA TRIBE
2 transactions
$1,000
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CHOCTAW NATION OF OKLAHOMA
1 transaction
$500

No committee contributions found

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PERALTA, VICTOR
2 transactions
$6,600
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TALLAJ, RAMON
1 transaction
$3,300
3
NEFF, THOMAS
1 transaction
$3,300
4
ELSHAMI, NADEAM
1 transaction
$3,300

Donor Network - Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]

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Total contributions: $64,400

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Industry Impact

Which industries are materially affected by specific provisions in this bill. 5 helped, 2 harmed.

  • +Pharmaceuticalsconfidence 0.90

    Resolution supports public health goals including vaccination and disease prevention, which benefits pharmaceutical manufacturers through increased demand for vaccines and therapeutics (see clauses supporting vaccination achievements and pandemic preparedness).

  • βˆ’Tobaccoconfidence 0.90

    Resolution notes cigarette smoking as leading cause of preventable death and cites decreasing smoking rates due to taxation and smoke-free policies, indicating support for continued tobacco control measures that harm tobacco industry.

  • Resolution encourages increased resources to improve health and strengthen public health system, which includes hospital and health system funding and support for disease prevention and treatment infrastructure.

  • +Biotech & Researchconfidence 0.85

    Resolution highlights advancements in mRNA technology and global vaccine deployment as public health progress, directly benefiting biotech firms involved in vaccine and therapeutic development.

  • +Health Insuranceconfidence 0.80

    Resolution cites increased health insurance coverage due to the Affordable Care Act as a public health achievement, indicating support for policies that expand coverage, benefiting health insurers.

  • Resolution supports public health efforts to protect vulnerable communities such as the elderly, which includes long-term care settings, implying support for funding and resources in that sector.

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Who funds the sponsor on these industries

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