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A resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States.
Honoring the 100th anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States.
Summary
This resolution honors the 100th anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first woman elected as Governor of a state in the United States. She was inaugurated as the 14th Governor of Wyoming on January 5, 1925, and during her tenure advocated for banking reform, public health, and education. The Senate resolution recognizes her legacy and contributions to the advancement of women in leadership positions. The resolution calls on U.S. citizens to observe January 2025 as the 100th anniversary of her historic achievement and the pioneering spirit she represents in American politics.
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- Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY] (R-WY)
Actions (2)
- Jan 24, 2025 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S372) · senate
- Jan 24, 2025 Introduced in Senate
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
January 24, 2025
Ms. Lummis (for herself and Mr. Barrasso) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary
RESOLUTION
Honoring the 100th anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States.
Whereas, in 1925, Nellie Tayloe Ross (referred to in this preamble as “Governor Ross”), a pioneering figure in United States politics who made significant contributions to the advancement of women in leadership and public service, achieved the historic distinction of being the first female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States; Whereas, on January 5, 1925, Governor Ross was inaugurated as the 14th Governor of Wyoming, a momentous event in the political history of the United States that not only marked a major milestone for the rights and empowerment of women, but also set a precedent for women in governance across the United States; Whereas, during her tenure, Governor Ross demonstrated exceptional leadership in advocating for banking reform, public health, education, and the overall welfare of the people of the State of Wyoming, embodying a steadfast commitment to public service and the betterment of the State; Whereas the groundbreaking leadership of Governor Ross represented the principles of progress and innovation, serving as a symbol of determination, resilience, and the tireless spirit of women in the State of Wyoming and the United States; and Whereas the Senate, recognizing the profound impact of the legacy of Governor Ross, honors and celebrates the enduring influence of the achievements of Governor Ross, which continue to inspire generations of women to achieve leadership roles in all levels of government: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the Senate—
(1) recognizes and commemorates the legacy of Governor Nellie Tayloe Ross (referred to in this resolution as “Governor Ross”) and her groundbreaking role as the first female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States;
(2) celebrates the lasting contributions of Governor Ross to the advancement of women in leadership positions; and
(3) calls on the citizens of the United States to join in the observance of January, 2025, as the 100th anniversary of the pioneering spirit of Governor Ross, whose work continues to inspire and empower women in the political arena and beyond. <all>
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