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Search Results: keywords:"cultural contributions"

S. RES. 612 — Recognizing the importance of maple syrup production to the State of Maine and designating March 24, 2024, as Maine Maple Sunday.
March 21, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:152
S. RES. 612 acknowledges the importance of maple syrup production in Maine and designates March 24, 2024, as "Maine Maple Sunday." The resolution highlights Maine's significant role in the U.S. maple syrup industry and recognizes the economic impact and job support provided...
Simple Explanation
Maine is really important for making maple syrup, and this bill says that March 24, 2024, is "Maine Maple Sunday" to celebrate it. This special day is like a big thank you for all the hard work people in Maine do to make yummy maple syrup!
H. RES. 41 — Expressing support for the designation of the month of January, as Tamil Language and Heritage Month.
January 14, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:183
H. RES. 41 expresses support for designating January as "Tamil Language and Heritage Month" in the United States. The resolution highlights the rich history of the Tamil language, which dates back over 2,600 years, and recognizes the cultural contributions of Tamil Americans....
Simple Explanation
In January, people in the U.S. are being encouraged to learn about and celebrate the Tamil language and its culture, which includes the fun Pongal festival, to better appreciate the contributions of Tamil Americans. It's like having a special month to understand and enjoy Tamil traditions and history!
H. RES. 997 — Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to the legacy of Bob Marley.
February 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:155
H. RES. 997 is a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives that recognizes and honors the legacy of Bob Marley, the renowned musician from Jamaica. It highlights his significant contributions to music and culture, particularly through reggae, and acknowledges his...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 997 says that the people in the House of Representatives want to say "thank you" to Bob Marley for his amazing music and for encouraging everyone to be kind and fair. They remember how his songs still make people around the world happy and bring them together.
H. RES. 963 — Supporting the goals and ideals of Korean American Day.
January 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:544
H. RES. 963 is a resolution in the United States House of Representatives supporting Korean American Day. It acknowledges the contributions of Korean Americans to various aspects of American life since their first major immigration wave began on January 13, 1903. The...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 963 is a plan by some people in the United States Congress to celebrate "Korean American Day" because they want everyone to remember how much Korean Americans have helped make America a great place since they first came to the country a long time ago.
H. RES. 1228 — Recognizing the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.
May 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:346
The resolution, H. RES. 1228, acknowledges the importance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. It highlights the significant contributions of these communities to the history and culture of the United States. It also acknowledges ongoing challenges, such as...
Simple Explanation
In May, there is a special time to remember and celebrate how people from Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities have helped make the United States a better place. This resolution also says it's important to stop mean and unfair treatment of these communities and to make sure everyone is treated fairly.
H. RES. 1522 — Supporting the designation of Macedonian American Heritage Month and celebrating the language, history, and culture of Macedonian Americans and their incredible contributions to the United States.
September 27, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:233
H. RES. 1522 is a resolution introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives supporting the establishment of "Macedonian American Heritage Month." The resolution celebrates the language, history, and culture of Macedonian Americans and acknowledges their extensive...
Simple Explanation
This resolution is about making a special month to learn about and celebrate the Macedonian Americans who live in the United States and the cool things they have done in areas like sports and art. It encourages everyone to join in and have fun with events about their culture and history.
H. RES. 1197 — Recognizing the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.
May 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:253
H. RES. 1197 acknowledges the important roles played by elementary and secondary school teachers in strengthening the United States through their contributions to civic, cultural, and economic well-being. The resolution highlights National Teacher Appreciation Week, held from...
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H. RES. 1197 says a big thank you to school teachers for their hard work in helping everyone learn and grow. It reminds people to celebrate teachers during a special week in May.
H. RES. 29 — Recognizing the 125th anniversary of organized Okinawan immigration to the United States.
January 09, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:174
H. RES. 29 acknowledges the 125th anniversary of the organized immigration of Okinawans to the United States. The resolution highlights the significant contributions of Okinawan Americans in various fields such as government, business, military, education, and culture. It...
Simple Explanation
Imagine a big birthday party for the people from a place called Okinawa who moved to the United States a long time ago. This special message from the House of Representatives says thank you to them for all the cool things they've done here, like helping in schools, businesses, and sharing their culture, and hopes everyone will join in celebrating by learning more about them.
S. RES. 823 — Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.
September 17, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:380
The resolution, S. RES. 823, acknowledges and celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, which is observed from September 15 to October 15, 2024, in the United States. It highlights the significant contributions of Hispanic Americans to the U.S., including their growing population,...
Simple Explanation
S. RES. 823 is like a big thank you card from the U.S. Senate to celebrate Hispanic people and their cool cultures, saying how much they help make the country better and inviting everyone to join in the fun during Hispanic Heritage Month!
S. RES. 856 — Recognizing the month of October 2024 as Filipino American History Month and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the United States.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:318
S. RES. 856 recognizes October 2024 as Filipino American History Month in the United States. The resolution celebrates the rich history, culture, and significant contributions of Filipino Americans to the country. It highlights key historical moments, notable figures, and the...
Simple Explanation
In October 2024, people in the United States are encouraged to celebrate Filipino American History Month. This is a special time to learn about and appreciate the stories and achievements of Filipino Americans.
H. RES. 1131 — Celebrating Hindu Americans, and condemning attacks on Hindu places of worship, Hinduphobia, and anti-Hindu bigotry, and for other purposes.
April 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:184
H. RES. 1131 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives that celebrates Hindu Americans and acknowledges their positive contributions to the United States. It condemns attacks on Hindu places of worship, as well as Hinduphobia and anti-Hindu bigotry. The...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1131 is a piece of paper from the U.S. Congress that says "thank you" to people who follow the Hindu religion and live in America for the good things they do. It also says "no" to being mean to them or harming their places of worship and wants everyone to know about being kind to all.
H. RES. 1163 — Recognizing the cultural and educational contributions of the Youth America Grand Prix throughout its 25 years of service as the national youth dance competition of the United States.
April 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:275
H. RES. 1163 is a resolution recognizing the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) for its 25 years of contributions as a national youth dance competition in the United States. It highlights YAGP as the largest student ballet scholarship competition in the world, acknowledging its role in providing...
Simple Explanation
In this resolution, Congress is giving a big pat on the back to the Youth America Grand Prix, a dance competition that helps young ballet dancers get scholarships and chances to perform. They are saying it has done a great job over 25 years by helping many kids dance and be more diverse in the dance world.
H. RES. 1040 — Recognizing and celebrating the significance of Black History Month.
February 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:423
H. RES. 1040 recognizes and celebrates the significance of Black History Month. It highlights the theme for 2024, "African Americans and the Arts," which honors the contributions of African Americans to various artistic and cultural fields. The resolution acknowledges the historical influence...
Simple Explanation
In February, there is a special time called Black History Month to learn about and celebrate the amazing things that Black people have done in arts like music, movies, and painting. This year, the focus is on how talented Black artists have made the world more colorful and exciting through their creations.
H. RES. 1396 — Recognizing a half century of the independence of the Republic of Cabo Verde and celebrating the contributions of Cabo Verdean-Americans to democracy in Cabo Verde and the United States.
July 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:359
H. RES. 1396 recognizes the 50th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Cabo Verde from Portugal and celebrates the contributions of Cabo Verdean-Americans to democracy in both Cabo Verde and the United States. The resolution highlights the shared history and ties...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1396 is like a birthday card from the U.S. to Cabo Verde, saying "Happy 50th Birthday" to them for becoming their own country, and it also gives a big thanks to people from Cabo Verde who have helped both countries be better places.

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