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SR 36

A Senate resolution congratulating Dr. Tori Bahr for receiving the 2024 Humanitarian Award

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sandy Pappas

Minnesota Senate formally recognizes Dr. Tori Bahr's 2024 Humanitarian Award achievement through ceremonial resolution with no policy or budgetary effect.

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Bill Summary · SR 36

Legislative bill overview

SR 36 is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates Dr. Tori Bahr for receiving the 2024 Humanitarian Award. Senate resolutions are ceremonial measures that express the legislature's recognition or appreciation rather than create binding law or policy changes.

Why is this important

While ceremonial in nature, such resolutions serve to publicly recognize individuals for significant contributions to their communities and fields. This type of official acknowledgment can elevate awareness of humanitarian work and the individuals advancing it, though it carries no legal or budgetary implications.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited substantive impact — As a resolution, this creates no enforceable policy, funding, or regulatory changes
  • Use of legislative time — Some may question whether ceremonial measures represent an efficient use of legislative resources and floor time
  • Selectivity of recognition — Questions could arise about criteria for which individuals receive such official recognition versus others doing similar humanitarian work

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