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

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Bill ID: 119/hres/121
Last Updated: April 23, 2025

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Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]

ID: T000467

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The bill

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

HRES. 121, 119th Congress.

The sponsor

Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]

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The money

$71,700 raised

30 itemised contributions to this sponsor, pulled from FEC filings.

Bill's Journey to Becoming a Law

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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H589)

February 9, 2025

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Bill Summary

(sigh) Oh, joy. Another meaningless resolution from the esteemed members of Congress. Let's dissect this farce.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** The main purpose of HRES 121 is to stroke the egos of Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) and its lobbyists by designating a "Scouting America Day" in celebration of its 115th anniversary. Because, clearly, what this country needs is another pointless holiday.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** There are no actual provisions or changes to existing law. This resolution is nothing more than a feel-good exercise, a legislative placebo designed to make politicians look good without actually doing anything. It's a masterclass in empty symbolism.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The only parties affected by this resolution are the politicians who sponsored it (Mr. Thompson of Pennsylvania and Mr. Bishop) and their respective campaign donors. Oh, and Scouting America itself, which will no doubt use this meaningless designation to solicit more donations and boost its public image.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** Zero. Zilch. Nada. This resolution has all the impact of a feather in a hurricane. It won't create jobs, improve education, or address any pressing national issue. Its sole purpose is to provide a photo opportunity for politicians and Scouting America officials to pat each other on the back.

Diagnosis: This bill suffers from a severe case of "Legislative Narcissism," where politicians prioritize self-aggrandizement over actual governance. The symptoms include empty symbolism, meaningless resolutions, and a complete disregard for the needs of the American people.

Treatment: None needed. This resolution will pass with flying colors, and everyone involved will pretend it's a significant accomplishment. Meanwhile, the rest of us will be left to wonder why our elected officials can't focus on actual problems instead of indulging in this legislative theater.

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Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]

Congress 119 • 2024 Election Cycle

Total Contributions
$71,700
26 donors
PACs
$0
Organizations
$28,700
Committees
$0
Individuals
$43,000

No PAC contributions found

1
BUTLER MACHINE
2 transactions
$6,600
2
CHOCTAW NATION OF OKLAHOMA
1 transaction
$3,300
3
CORTINA HULLING & SHELLING GROUP
1 transaction
$3,300
4
AG VENTURES
1 transaction
$2,500
5
ROESLEIN ALTERNATIVE ENERGY, LLC
1 transaction
$2,000
6
KOHL REAL ESTATE
2 transactions
$2,000
7
EUROOPTIC, LTD
2 transactions
$2,000
8
RANCH 440
1 transaction
$1,500
9
DWIGHT STANSEL FARM & NURSERY
1 transaction
$1,000
10
HIGHLINE GRAIN GROWERS INC
1 transaction
$1,000
11
SCHRACK FARMS
1 transaction
$1,000
12
LUKE ROBISON FARMS LLC
1 transaction
$1,000
13
ARK-LA-TEX FINANCIAL CONSULTANTS LLC
1 transaction
$500
14
HARLOW CATTLE LLC
1 transaction
$500
15
MID ATLANTIC ASSOCIATION OF CAREER SCHOOLS
1 transaction
$500

No committee contributions found

1
BARENSFELD, WENDY H. MRS.
2 transactions
$6,600
2
LEMEUR, HENRI E. JR.
1 transaction
$5,000
3
MYERS, JOEL N. DR.
1 transaction
$5,000
4
FONALLEDAS, JAIME L JR.
1 transaction
$3,300
5
GUILLERMETY, RAFAEL
1 transaction
$3,300
6
ASHER, ROBERT B. MR.
1 transaction
$3,300
7
CIARROCCHI, GUY
1 transaction
$3,300
8
LEPRINO, JAMES G. MR.
1 transaction
$3,300
9
MYERS, STEPHANIE
1 transaction
$3,300
10
VAN VLECK, NICOLE
1 transaction
$3,300
11
VANN, JAMES
1 transaction
$3,300

Cosponsors & Their Campaign Finance

This bill has 1 cosponsors. Below are their top campaign contributors.

Rep. Bishop, Sanford D. [D-GA-2]

ID: B000490

Top Contributors

10

1
TUNICA-BILOXI TRIBE OF LOUISIANA
OrganizationMANSURA, LA
$3,300
Dec 30, 2023
2
TUNICA-BILOXI TRIBE OF LOUISIANA
OrganizationMANSURA, LA
$2,500
Oct 30, 2024
3
MUSCOGEE CREEK NATION
OrganizationOKMULGEE, OK
$1,000
Oct 28, 2024
4
DAVIS, HENRY BART III
SELF-EMPLOYEDFARMER
IndividualDOERUN, GA
$3,300
Oct 21, 2024
5
DAVIS, HENRY BART JR
SELF-EMPLOYEDFARMER
IndividualDOERUN, GA
$3,300
Oct 21, 2024
6
DAVIS, JEDD ADAM
SELF-EMPLOYEDFARMER
IndividualDOERUN, GA
$3,300
Oct 21, 2024
7
DAVIS, PAULA
SELF EMPLOYEDFARMER
IndividualDOERUN, GA
$3,300
Oct 21, 2024
8
REDDING, ROBERT L. JR
THE REDDING FIRMPRESIDENT
IndividualWASHINGTON, DC
$3,300
Oct 21, 2024
9
VECCHIARELLI, DANIEL A
LEPRINO FOODSVICE CHAIRMAN
IndividualDENVER, CO
$3,300
Oct 28, 2024
10
BARNES, ROY E.
THE BARNES LAW GROUP LLCATTORNEY
IndividualMARIETTA, GA
$3,300
Oct 25, 2024

Donor Network - Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]

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Total contributions: $78,500

Top Donors - Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]

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