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HR 566

RECOGNIZES-SHIRL P. BEST

104th Regular Session Introduced by John Cabello

A ceremonial House resolution commends Rep. Lucy McBath for public service and bipartisan work on gun safety, veteran protections, and insulin-cost relief; it has no legal effect.

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Bill Summary · HR 566

Summary — H.R. 566: “Recognizing and commending Congresswoman Lucy McBath”

Bill type: House Resolution (ceremonial)
Introduced: January 20, 2025
Status: Adopted (House Second Readers; Rules suspended 2025-03-20; reported enrolled)
Introduced by: Representative Reese of the 140th
Bill ID/version: LC 112 3342/a

Purpose and intent

This resolution formally recognizes and commends U.S. Congresswoman Lucy McBath for her public service and leadership. It highlights her advocacy on bipartisanship, gun violence prevention, support for small businesses, economic strengthening, veterans’ protections, and efforts to lower healthcare and prescription drug costs. The resolution is honorary and expresses the chamber’s appreciation and best wishes.

Key provisions

  • Officially recognizes and commends Congresswoman Lucy McBath for “efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service.”
  • Cites specific accomplishments and policy roles, including:
    • Participation in the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (described as first comprehensive gun-safety legislation in over three decades).
    • Support for the HAVEN Act (veterans’ financial protections).
    • Support for legislation to cap insulin costs for Medicare beneficiaries at $35/month.
    • Work across party lines since taking office (January 2019) and representation of metro Atlanta in Georgia’s 6th Congressional District.
  • Notes that her advocacy is informed by her personal experience with gun violence.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and make available an appropriate copy of the resolution for distribution to Congresswoman McBath.

Who is affected

  • Primary subject: Congresswoman Lucy McBath (honoree).
  • Practical effect: none on private rights, public programs, or budgets — the resolution is ceremonial and does not create legal obligations or new policies.

Procedural timeline (selected)

  • 2025-01-20: Introduced and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • 2025-03-10 to 03-17: First and Second Readers; filed and procedural steps.
  • 2025-03-20: Rules suspended; adopted; reported enrolled.

Sponsors and cosponsors (as listed)

Primary sponsors include Tremaine Reese and Scott H. Peters. Cosponsors listed include Eric Swalwell, Joe Neguse, Ro Khanna, Diana DeGette, Joyce Beatty, Brittany Pettersen, Dina Titus, Sara Jacobs, Seth Moulton, Jim Costa, Jimmy Panetta, Mark DeSaulnier, Mike Levin, Kevin Mullin, John Garamendi, Kim Schrier, and others.

Legal and practical effect

This is a non-binding, honorary resolution intended to recognize an individual’s public service. It does not change statutory law, authorize spending, or alter government programs. Its primary function is symbolic recognition and public record of the legislature’s appreciation.

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

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