Recognizing the life, achievements, and public service of former First Lady Barbara Pierce Bush on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

United States119th CongressHCONRES-36House of Representatives
Updated: Jun 6, 2025

Summary

This concurrent resolution honors the life, achievements, and distinguished public service of former First Lady Barbara Pierce Bush on the occasion of her 100th birthday. It acknowledges her unwavering support for her husband's career, from his early business ventures and political forays to his appointments as Ambassador, RNC Chair, and Director of Central Intelligence. Her dedication to her family involved orchestrating 29 cross-country moves over 44 years. As Second Lady, Barbara Bush revitalized the vice presidential residence and began championing public literacy to combat poverty. During her time as First Lady , she continued this work by establishing the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy and playing a significant role in the passage of the National Literacy Act of 1991. She also demonstrated immense compassion for AIDS patients, leaving a legacy as a model citizen and public servant who positively impacted the United States.

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SRES-286: A resolution recognizing the life, achievements, and public service of former First Lady Barbara Pierce Bush on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

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

  1. Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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  2. Submitted in House

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