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SJ0003

Commemorating Nellie Tayloe Ross

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In one sentence

This resolution honors Nellie Tayloe Ross for becoming the first woman governor of Wyoming and the United States, marking her historic achievement on its 100th anniversary.

What it does

  • Honors Nellie Tayloe Ross for being the first woman to become a U.S. state governor in 1925.

Who it affects

  • The people of Wyoming who are reminded of Nellie Tayloe Ross' historic achievements.

Limits and unknowns

  • This resolution does not create new laws or policies, it only honors Nellie Tayloe Ross.
  • It does not provide financial support or benefits to anyone.

Plain language

Terms to know

Governor
A person elected to be the head of a state's government in the United States.

Official record

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Bill Summary - 25LSO-0050 Bill No.: SJ0003 Effective: Immediately LSO No.: 25LSO-0050 Enrolled Act No.: SEJR No. 0001 Chapter No.: N/A Prime Sponsor: Nethercott Catch Title: Commemorating Nellie Tayloe Ross. Has Report: No Subject: Commemorating Nellie Tayloe Ross. Summary/Major Elements: This joint resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first woman to hold the office of governor in the United States. Nellie Tayloe Ross was the Governor of Wyoming and was sworn into office on January 5, 1925. This joint resolution recounts Nellie Tayloe Ross' life and her many accomplishments. The above summary is not an official publication of the Wyoming Legislature and is not an official statement of legislative intent. While the Legislative Service Office endeavored to provide accurate information in this summary, it should not be relied upon as a comprehensive abstract of the bill.

Public statements

Why lawmakers voted

Last checked Aug 5, 3:35 AM

Mike Gierau

D · S17

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker urges a vote against concurrence because he co-chaired the task force that originated the bill and believes it should be returned to its chair for further consideration.

Public statementFloor statement at 40:01 Watch the statement

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Wyoming roll calls

Recorded votes

5 roll calls

S Concur:Passed 31-0-0-0-02025-02-19 · Senate31 yes 0 no
H 3rd Reading:Passed 50-11-1-0-02025-02-18 · House50 yes 11 no
H06 - Travel:Recommend Do Pass 9-0-0-0-02025-02-11 · House9 yes 0 no
S 3rd Reading:Passed 30-1-0-0-02025-01-29 · Senate30 yes 1 no
S04 - Education:Recommend Do Pass 5-0-0-0-02025-01-27 · Senate5 yes 0 no

Official activity

Bill history

  1. Governor Signed SEJR No. 0001 Governor
  2. H Speaker Signed SEJR No. 0001House
  3. S President Signed SEJR No. 0001Senate
  4. Assigned Number SEJR No. 0001LSO
  5. S Concur:Passed 31-0-0-0-0Senate
  6. S Received for ConcurrenceSenate
  7. H 3rd Reading:Passed 50-11-1-0-0House
  8. H 2nd Reading:PassedHouse
  9. H COW:PassedHouse
  10. H Placed on General FileHouse
  11. H06 - Travel:Recommend Do Pass 9-0-0-0-0House
  12. H Introduced and Referred to H06 - TravelHouse
  13. H Received for IntroductionHouse
  14. S 3rd Reading:Passed 30-1-0-0-0Senate
  15. S 2nd Reading:PassedSenate
  16. S COW:PassedSenate
  17. S Placed on General FileSenate
  18. S04 - Education:Recommend Do Pass 5-0-0-0-0Senate
  19. S Introduced and Referred to S04 - EducationSenate
  20. S Received for IntroductionSenate

Changes

Amendments

1 stored

SJ0003HW001

The amendment changes the wording in a resolution to commemorate Nellie Tayloe Ross by specifying that she became Governor on October 2, 1924, and won with 55.12% of the votes.