; Whereas Jeannette Rankin died May 18, 1973, in Carmel, California; Whereas Jeannette Rankin dedicated her life to public service, by giving back to her communities, fighting for civil rights, and striving for peace; Whereas Jeannette Rankin’s groundbreaking achievement paved the way for hundreds of women from across the country to make history in Congress, drawing attention to the pressing issues of their time and creating policies that have impacted generations of Americans; and Whereas women have served in Congress for 100 years: Now, therefore, be it