Passed on 2026-01-15
Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 584
A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Richard Smallwood, a world-class composer, pianist, and arranger.
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Introduced 2026-01-15Topic: governance ethicsSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis Senate resolution honors the life and work of Reverend Richard Smallwood, a gospel composer, pianist, and arranger born in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1948. It lists his education at Howard University, his teaching career, his albums and songs such as "Total Praise," his Grammy nominations and Dove Awards, and his ordination as a minister. The resolution states that the Senate mourns his passing and honors his contributions to the United States. It also asks the Secretary of the Senate to send a copy of the resolution to his family, Howard University, and the Metropolitan Baptist Church of the District of Columbia.
Sponsors
- Raphael G. Warnock Democrat sponsor
- 1 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-15 | Senate | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S263; text: CR S260) | |
| 2026-01-15 | Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. | floor pass | |
| 2026-01-15 | Introduced in Senate | introduce |