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SRES 928

A resolution honoring the life of Nebraska community leader John Edmund Gottschalk.

118th Congress Introduced by Deb Fischer and 1 co-sponsor

Senate Resolution honors John Edmund Gottschalk, a Nebraska civic leader and philanthropist, expresses sorrow, and sends an enrolled copy to his family (ceremonial recognition).

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Bill Summary · SRES 928

Summary of Senate Resolution SRES 928

Overview

  • Bill type: Senate Resolution (SRES)
  • Bill number: 928
  • Title: A resolution honoring the life of Nebraska community leader John Edmund Gottschalk
  • Status: Introduced in the Senate and temporarily adopted/considered by unanimous consent
  • Introduced: December 17, 2024
  • Sponsor: Primary sponsor Pete Ricketts; cosponsor Deb Fischer
  • Actor: United States Senate

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution serves as a formal and ceremonial recognition of John Edmund Gottschalk, honoring his life and legacy.
  • It acknowledges Gottschalk’s unwavering dedication to Nebraska in the roles of a civic leader and philanthropist.
  • The measure reflects the Senate’s condolences to Gottschalk’s family and community.

Key Provisions

The resolution’s substantive content comprises three principal statements:
1. The Senate expresses profound sorrow and deep regret at the death of John Edmund Gottschalk.
2. The Senate honors Gottschalk’s life and legacy, highlighting his contributions as a Nebraska civic leader and philanthropist.
3. The Secretary of the Senate is respectfully requested to transmit an enrolled copy of the resolution to Gottschalk’s family.

Affected Parties and Scope

  • Immediate beneficiaries: John Edmund Gottschalk’s family
  • Communities affected: Nebraska, and the broader civic/philanthropic circles recognizing Gottschalk’s contributions
  • Legal effect: This is a ceremonial resolution; it does not create or modify law, authorize spending, or impose new requirements. Its primary function is formal recognition and tribute.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Legislative actions (Dec 17, 2024):
    • Introduced in the Senate and considered, then agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by unanimous consent.
    • Senate passage recorded as agreed to without amendment and with a preamble.
  • The rapid action on the same date indicates a routine, non-controversial acknowledgment typical for memorial resolutions.

Additional Notes

  • The resolution commemorates Gottschalk’s life and public service, emphasizing his impact as a community leader and philanthropist in Nebraska.
  • There is no associated funding or policy change; its effect is symbolic and ceremonial, preserving Gottschalk’s legacy in the Congressional record and directing a copy to be sent to his family.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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