US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal Senate Bill SR641

Introduced
3/12/26  

Caption

A resolution recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 114th birthday and celebrating its legacy of providing girls with a supportive and inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.

Impact

The resolution highlights the pivotal role of the Girl Scouts in American culture as a movement dedicated to fostering independence and self-esteem in girls. By acknowledging the achievements of Gold Award Girl Scouts and their contributions to society, the resolution emphasizes the importance of youth engagement in community service. It points out key programming areas including science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), which prepare young girls for future challenges and opportunities.

Summary

SR641 is a resolution recognizing the 114th birthday of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America. The resolution celebrates the organization's longstanding legacy of providing girls with a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters exploration, relationship building, and leadership development. It underscores the mission of the Girl Scouts to build confidence and character in young girls, enabling them to make significant contributions to their communities and beyond.

Contention

While the resolution is largely celebratory, it is important to note that discussions surrounding such recognitions can sometimes bring up points about institutional support for youth organizations. Some advocates may contend that resolutions like SR641, while positive, should be backed by more substantial funding and policies to provide resources for the programs that support Girl Scouts and similar organizations. Hence, the recognition serves as both an affirmation of the organization's impact and a call for continued attention to issues facing youth services.

Companion Bills

US SR120

Related A resolution recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 113th birthday and celebrating its founder, Juliette Gordon Low, and the legacy of providing girls with a secure and inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.

Previously Filed As

US HR1114

Recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 114th birthday and celebrating its legacy of providing girls with a secure and inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.

US SR120

A resolution recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 113th birthday and celebrating its founder, Juliette Gordon Low, and the legacy of providing girls with a secure and inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.

US HR217

Recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 113th birthday and celebrating its founder Juliette Gordon Low and the legacy of providing girls with a secure and inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.

US HR123

Girl Scout Day at the state capitol; February 4, 2025; commending Girl Scouts as a national leader in providing the best leadership development experience in the world to American girls; recognize

US HR1163

Girl Scout Day at the state capitol; February 3, 2026; commending Girl Scouts as a national leader in providing the best leadership development experience in the world to American girls; recognize

US HC18

Girl Scouts of the USA; commend on its 114th anniversary and designate March 12-19 as "Girl Scout Week."

US HR1041

Supporting the designation of "Scouting America Day" in celebration of its 116th anniversary.

US HR121

Supporting the designation of "Scouting America Day" in celebration of its 115th anniversary.

US HC8008

Recognizing Scouting America Day at the Capitol and celebrating Scouting America on the occasion of its one hundred fifteenth anniversary.

US HC8007

Recognizing Scouting America Day at the Capitol and celebrating Scouting America for one hundred sixteen years of service to American youth.

Similar Bills

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