A resolution honoring the memory of Jereima "Jeri" Bustamante on the eighth anniversary of her passing.
- Bill Number
- S.Res. 717
- Origin Chamber
- Senate
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Congress
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-04-30: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2179)
- Last Updated
- 2026-05-18T18:44:28Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This Senate Resolution (S. Res. 717) honors the life and memory of Jereima "Jeri" Bustamante on the eighth anniversary of her death in a boating accident on April 8, 2018. It celebrates her achievements as an immigrant who lived the "American Dream" through hard work and recognizes a scholarship established in her name.
Key Provisions
- Background (Preamble): Highlights Bustamante's journey from Panama to the U.S., her education at Miami Beach Senior High School and Florida International University (Bachelor's in Communication and Media Sciences, Master's in Public Administration), her self-funded education through work, her career from a TV internship to press secretary for Governor Rick Scott, and the Jereima Bustamante Memorial Scholarship for Miami Beach Senior High School graduates.
- Resolved Clauses:
- Honors her life and memory.
- Offers condolences to her family, loved ones, and friends.
- Recognizes that hard work enables anyone to pursue the American Dream, following her example.
- Encourages recipients of the memorial scholarship to continue her legacy.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
None. This is a non-binding resolution, which expresses the Senate's sentiments but does not create, amend, or repeal any laws.
Potential Impacts
- Symbolic and Inspirational: Promotes values of hard work, education, and the American Dream; may raise awareness for the Jereima Bustamante Memorial Scholarship.
- Minimal Practical Effects: No funding, mandates, or enforceable actions; referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary for consideration but unlikely to have direct operational impacts on government agencies, citizens, or international relations.
Main Stakeholders
- Family, friends, and former coworkers of Jeri Bustamante.
- Graduates and alumni of Miami Beach Senior High School.
- Recipients and supporters of the Jereima Bustamante Memorial Scholarship.
- Senator Rick Scott (R-FL), the sponsor, and Florida International University community.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal/Constitutional: None, as it is purely ceremonial and does not affect rights, powers, or government operations.
- Political: Serves as a tribute from a Florida senator, potentially strengthening local ties and highlighting themes of immigration success and personal achievement in a bipartisan context (though introduced by a Republican).
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Recent Actions
- 2026-04-30: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2179)
- 2026-04-30: Submitted in Senate
Bill Versions
- Honoring the memory of Jereima Jeri Bustamante on the eighth anniversary of her passing. — issued 2026-04-30 — PDF (3 pages)