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SRES 705

A resolution commending the "Donut Dollies" for their patriotic service and steadfast support of United States servicemembers in combat and honoring their extraordinary contributions to the morale and well-being of United States servicemembers during wartime.

119th Congress Introduced by John Boozman and 3 co-sponsors

The Senate resolution formally commends the Donut Dollies for boosting servicemembers’ morale and welfare during wartime, without creating legal or fiscal effects.

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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Bill Summary · SRES 705

Summary of Senate Resolution SRES 705 (Session 119)

Title

A resolution commending the “Donut Dollies” for their patriotic service and steadfast support of United States servicemembers in combat and honoring their extraordinary contributions to the morale and well-being of United States servicemembers during wartime.

Purpose and Intent

  • To recognize and commend the Donut Dollies for their longstanding service to U.S. servicemembers.
  • To highlight and honor their contributions to morale, welfare, and morale among troops during wartime.
  • To express appreciation from the Senate for the Donut Dollies’ dedication and patriotism.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution officially acknowledges the Donut Dollies and their role in supporting U.S. military personnel.
  • It lauds their patriotic service and impact on the well-being and morale of servicemembers in combat and wartime contexts.
  • The measure constitutes a formal expression of sentiment from the Senate (without creating new law, funding, or regulatory effects).

Who/What Is Affected

  • The primary subject is the Donut Dollies, a group historically associated with providing support and morale boosts to U.S. troops.
  • The resolution does not, by itself, impose duties, authorize spending, or amend existing statutes. It serves as a formal commendation from the Senate.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Action: The measure was submitted and considered in the Senate.
  • Status: Passed/agreed to in the Senate by Unanimous Consent, with no amendments and a preamble.
  • Date of action: April 29, 2026.
  • Consideration details: The record notes consideration in the Congressional Record (CR S2109; text CR S2136).
  • Sponsors:
    • Thom Tillis (co-sponsor)
    • Chris Coons (co-sponsor)
    • John Boozman (co-sponsor)
    • Kirsten Gillibrand (co-sponsor)

Impact and Interpretation

  • This is a symbolic, non-binding acknowledgment intended to honor the Donut Dollies and raise public awareness of their contributions.
  • It reflects bipartisan recognition of service members’ morale and welfare efforts, without creating legal obligations or financial appropriations.
  • As a concurrent expression of respect, it may informally influence historical record and public memory about wartime support roles.

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