Bills · SRES 482
PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Res.SRES 482Veterans' organizations and recognitionCommemorative events and holidays
A resolution recognizing the week of November 3 through November 7, 2025, as "National Veterans Small Business Week".
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution matters because it's a formal statement from the U.S. Senate that acknowledges the significant role veteran entrepreneurs play in the nation's economy. While it doesn't directly change any laws or provide new funding, it serves as an important symbolic gesture of gratitude and support.
If this resolution becomes law (which it already has), it helps raise public awareness about veteran-owned businesses, encouraging communities and consumers to recognize and support them. It also signals the Senate's broader commitment to fostering a positive environment for small businesses, including those run by veterans. If it didn't pass, there would still be ongoing efforts to support veteran businesses, but without the specific, official week of national recognition from the Senate.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Officially recognizes the week of November 3 through November 7, 2025, as "National Veterans Small Business Week."
This formally designates a specific period for national recognition of veteran entrepreneurs.
PROVISION 02
Supports the goals and ideals associated with National Veterans Small Business Week.
This expresses the Senate's endorsement of the purpose behind celebrating veteran-owned businesses.
PROVISION 03
Acknowledges the importance of policies that promote a business-friendly environment for small business owners, free of unnecessary regulations.
This indicates the Senate's broader policy stance on reducing burdens for small businesses, including those owned by veterans.
PROVISION 04
Expresses appreciation for the continued service of veterans to the United States through their small business ownership and entrepreneurship.
This is a direct statement of gratitude from the Senate for veterans' economic contributions.
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSNOV 4
Introduced in Senate
NOV 4
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
NOV 4
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7905; text: CR S7904)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Resolution
NumberSRES 482
Congress119th
StatusPassed Senate
IntroducedNov 4, 2025
Last actionNov 4, 2025
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PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS · SENATE · INTRODUCED NOV 4, 2025
Senate Res.SRES 482Veterans' organizations and recognitionCommemorative events and holidays
A resolution recognizing the week of November 3 through November 7, 2025, as "National Veterans Small Business Week".
INTRODUCED NOV 4, 2025· LAST ACTION NOV 4, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
62
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
