A resolution to authorize testimony, document production, and representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of United States v. Kaminski.

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 478

119th Congress

A resolution to authorize testimony, document production, and representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of United States v. Kaminski.

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimou

Introduced:Oct 30, 2025

Primary Sponsor

John Thune

Senator

Republican

SD

Cosponsors

3

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Health

Summary

This resolution designates November as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. It encourages people to learn more about end-of-life care options and the importance of supporting those receiving hospice or palliative services.

Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5642; text: CR S5641-5642)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution designates November as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. It encourages people to learn more about end-of-life care options and the importance of supporting those receiving hospice or palliative services.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;">This resolution designates National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. It also encourages individuals to increase their understanding and awareness of care at the end of life.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Officially designates November as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
Encourages people to increase their understanding and awareness of hospice and palliative care
Aims to promote education and support for those receiving end-of-life care services

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this resolution would raise national awareness about hospice and palliative care options. It could lead to more people learning about and utilizing these services, which provide comfort and support to those facing serious or terminal illnesses. Hospice and palliative care providers, as well as patients and families, would be positively impacted by greater public knowledge and acceptance of these important care options.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Health

Related Subjects

Commemorative events and holidays

Congressional tributes

Family relationships

Health personnel

Health promotion and preventive care

Long-term, rehabilitative, and terminal care

Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

478, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution to authorize testimony, document production, and representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of United States v. Kaminski.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-sres-478