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S.Res. 186 (96th)

A resolution expressing the profound sorrow and deep regret of the Senate upon the death of Senator Leverett Saltonstall of Massachusetts.

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Introduced

18 June 1979

Last action

18 June 1979 · Introduced

Status

Measure passed Senate.

Sponsors

Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA], Rep. Tsongas, Paul E. [D-MA-5], Sen. Goldwater, Barry [R-AZ], Sen. Tower, John G. [R-TX], Sen. Baker, Howard H., Jr. [R-TN], Sen. Byrd, Harry F., Jr. [I-VA], Sen. Javits, Jacob K. [R-NY]

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Source updated

10 August 2026

Summary

Directs that the sorrow and regret felt by the Senate at the announcement of the death of the Honorable Leverett Saltonstall, late a Senator from Massachusetts, be communicated to the House of Representatives and the family of the deceased. Directs the President of the Senate to appoint a committee to attend the funeral. Declares that when the Senate recesses, it does so as a further mark of respect to the deceased.

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Timeline

  1. 18 June 1979

    Introduced

    Introduced in Senate

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 18 June 1979

    Floor

    Measure called up by unanimous consent in Senate.

    Source: Floor

  3. 18 June 1979

    Passed

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Measure passed Senate.

    Source: Floor

  4. 18 June 1979

    Introduced

    Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary.

    Source: IntroReferral

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Versions

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Documents

1 official file

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