Govoptes

SRES 210 · A resolution honoring and commending the 80th anniversary of the Blinded Veterans Association.

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2831; text: CR S2842-2843)

Introduced
May 8, 2025
Latest action
May 8, 2025
Sponsor
Sen. Jerry Moran [R-KS]
Policy area
Armed Forces and National Security
Cosponsors
6

Summary

This resolution honors and commends the Blinded Veterans Association for its 80 years of dedicated service, advocacy, and support for blind and low-vision veterans. The resolution also urges the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to (1) guarantee safe access for guide dogs and guide dog users at VA facilities, and (2) ensure that each VA medical center has a trained and capable Service Dog Champion (i.e., a designated staff member who addresses service animal access and issues) on site. Further, the resolution reaffirms the commitment of the Senate to supporting and improving services and opportunities available to all veterans.

Recent actions

  1. May 8, 2025 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2831; text: CR S2842-2843)
  2. May 8, 2025 Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
  3. May 8, 2025 Introduced in Senate

Votes

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