On March 12, the Senate approved, by unanimous consent, a resolution, S. Res. 310, congratulating the Girl Scouts on their 100th anniversary.
Sponsored by Sen. Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), the resolution contains a number of findings, including:
In addition to recognizing the Girl Scouts on their 100th anniversary, the resolution also “recognizes the importance of empowering girls to lead with courage, confidence, and character” and designates 2012 as the “Year of the Girl.”