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 24, 2025

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

ID: T000467

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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H589)

February 10, 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
$60,408
17 donors
PACs
$0
Organizations
$59,878
Committees
$0
Individuals
$0

No PAC contributions found

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YOCHA DEHE WINTUN NATION
2 transactions
$6,600
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FEDERATED INDIANS OF GRATON RANCHERIA
2 transactions
$6,600
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BUTLER MACHINE
2 transactions
$6,600
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HABEMATOLEL POMO OF UPPER LAKE
4 transactions
$6,303
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SHINGLE SPRINGS BAND OF MIWOK INDIANS
2 transactions
$6,300
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EASTERN BANK OF CHEROKEE INDIANS
1 transaction
$3,300
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MOORETOWN RANCHERIA
1 transaction
$3,300
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CHOCTAW NATION OF OKLAHOMA
1 transaction
$3,300
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CORTINA HULLING & SHELLING GROUP
1 transaction
$3,300
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AG VENTURES
1 transaction
$2,500
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MIDDLETOWN RANCHERIA BAND OF POMO INDIANS
3 transactions
$2,275
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ONEIDA NATION
2 transactions
$2,000
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NEYERS VINEYARDS
2 transactions
$2,000
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SOMO LLC
2 transactions
$2,000
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ROESLEIN ALTERNATIVE ENERGY, LLC
1 transaction
$2,000
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RANCH 440
1 transaction
$1,500

No committee contributions found

No individual contributions found

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
Organization MANSURA, LA
$3,300
Dec 30, 2023
2
TUNICA-BILOXI TRIBE OF LOUISIANA
Organization MANSURA, LA
$2,500
Oct 30, 2024
3
MUSCOGEE CREEK NATION
Organization OKMULGEE, OK
$1,000
Oct 28, 2024
4
DIMICCO, MARILYN J.
RETIRED RETIRED
Individual WAXHAW, NC
$6,600
Mar 15, 2023
5
BRADSHAW, STANLEY
BRADSHAW CAPITAL MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
Individual PINEHURST, NC
$5,800
Feb 12, 2023
6
MOTT, CHARLOTTE M.
RETIRED RETIRED
Individual WAXHAW, NC
$5,800
Feb 6, 2023
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UIHLEIN, RICHARD
ULINE CEO/OWNER
Individual LAKE FOREST, IL
$5,800
Jan 26, 2023
8
RUSSELL, NATHANIEL JAMES
NJR GROUP PRESIDENT
Individual ALBEMARLE, NC
$5,800
May 2, 2023
9
BEULEY, KENNETH R.
THE KEITH CORPORATION CFO
Individual CHARLOTTE, NC
$5,000
Mar 16, 2023
10
HENDLEY, JOHN
Individual MONROE, NC
$3,300
Nov 29, 2023

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

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

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