A resolution permitting the collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings.

United States119th CongressSRES-497Senate
Updated: Nov 10, 2025

Summary

This resolution authorizes Senators, officers, and employees of the Senate to collect specific nonmonetary donations within Senate buildings during the holiday season. The collections are intended for charitable purposes , aiming to serve persons in need or members of the Armed Forces and their families. Specifically, individuals may gather clothing, toys, food, and housewares from other Senate personnel. This initiative allows for collaboration with nonprofit organizations to facilitate the delivery of these donations. The authority granted by this resolution is temporary, set to expire at the end of the first session of the 119th Congress.

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  1. Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8183; text: CR S8135)

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

  4. Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.

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