Search Results: keywords:"cultural significance"

  • H. RES. 1002 — Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2024.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:504

    H. RES. 1002 is a resolution recognizing the cultural and historical importance of Lunar New Year in 2024. The resolution acknowledges that Lunar New Year, celebrated by many Asian nations and cultures, begins with the lunar calendar and is celebrated worldwide, including by many Asian...

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    H. RES. 1002 is like a special note from the government saying they think Lunar New Year, a holiday celebrated by many people around the world, is important. They want to show respect and wish everyone who celebrates it a happy and successful new year! 🎉

  • H. R. 599 — An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3500 West 6th Street, Suite 103 in Los Angeles, California, as the Dosan Ahn Chang Ho Post Office.
    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:334

    H. R. 599 is a bill that designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 3500 West 6th Street, Suite 103, in Los Angeles, California, as the “Dosan Ahn Chang Ho Post Office.” The bill amends a previous law to officially reflect this new designation, ensuring...

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    A bill wants to give a fun new name to a post office in Los Angeles, calling it the "Dosan Ahn Chang Ho Post Office," named after an important person, but it doesn’t say much about why or how much it will cost to change the signs.

  • S. 4370 — To amend the Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004 to improve that Act, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:757

    S. 4370 proposes amendments to the Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004 with the goal of enhancing the original legislation. These amendments include allowing certain lands in Alaska held by Alaska Native Corporations to be protected, broadening the criteria for projects to include forest or...

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    S. 4370 is a bill that wants to make a law from 2004 even better by protecting special lands that belong to Native American tribes, helping to fix damaged forests, and giving money every year so these important places can be cared for properly until 2030.

  • S. 2908 — An Act To assist Tribal governments in the management of buffalo and buffalo habitat and the reestablishment of buffalo on Indian land.
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    Status:Engrossed in Senate
    Words:1,619

    S. 2908 aims to support Tribal governments in managing buffalo and buffalo habitats, and restoring buffalo populations on Indian land. It recognizes the cultural, spiritual, and economic significance of buffalo to Indian Tribes and sets up a permanent program for this purpose...

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    The bill helps Native American Tribes take care of buffalo and their homes on Tribal land with money and support from the government, because buffalo are very special to them. It gives them a way to have more buffalo on their land by moving some from federal lands.

  • S. 2908 — To assist Tribal governments in the management of buffalo and buffalo habitat and the reestablishment of buffalo on Indian land.
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    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:1,801

    S. 2908 is a bill aimed at supporting Tribal governments in managing buffalo and their habitats on Indian land, as well as reestablishing buffalo populations. The bill recognizes the historical and cultural significance of buffalo to Indian Tribes and seeks to bolster Tribal...

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    S. 2908 wants to help Native American Tribes take care of buffalo herds on their land by giving them money and advice, but some people worry that the money might not be used wisely or fairly.

  • S. RES. 602 — Designating March 16, 2024, as National Osceola Turkey Day.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:132

    S. RES. 602 designates March 16, 2024, as "National Osceola Turkey Day" to celebrate the importance of wild turkeys in the United States. The resolution highlights the cultural and economic significance of turkey hunting, especially in Florida, where the unique Osceola turkey...

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    S. RES. 602 is like throwing a special party for a bird called the Osceola turkey on March 16, 2024, to celebrate how important turkeys are, especially in Florida. People are encouraged to think of fun ways to celebrate and learn about these birds and why they matter.

  • H. R. 6852 — To designate Holcombe Rucker Park, in Harlem, New York, as a National Commemorative Site, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:772

    H. R. 6852 aims to officially recognize Holcombe Rucker Park in Harlem, New York, as a National Commemorative Site, but it will not be part of the National Park System. The bill highlights the park's historical significance in promoting social justice and its role as a hub...

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    Holcombe Rucker Park, a famous basketball park in New York, is being recognized as a special place because of its important history, but this won't change who owns or runs it or mean it's part of the national parks.

  • S. RES. 819 — Designating September 25, 2024, as National Lobster Day.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:164

    S. RES. 819 is a resolution in the United States Senate to designate September 25, 2024, as "National Lobster Day." The resolution highlights the historical and cultural significance of lobstering as an economic activity and family tradition in the U.S. It notes the...

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    The people in the United States Senate want to make September 25, 2024, a special day called "National Lobster Day" to celebrate lobsters and the people who catch them because lobsters are a big part of American food and fun traditions.

  • H. R. 390 — To amend the Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area Act of 1996 (Public Law 104–333; 54 U.S.C. 320101 note) to include all of Saratoga and Washington Counties in the boundaries of the Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area.
    Status:Reported in House
    Words:543

    H.R. 390 proposes an amendment to the Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area Act of 1996. This bill aims to expand the boundaries of the Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area to include all of Saratoga and Washington Counties in New York. The Secretary of the Interior is tasked with...

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    H.R. 390 is a plan to add two places called Saratoga and Washington Counties to a special area that celebrates history and culture along the Hudson River. Before doing this, a study needs to check if it's a good idea and if it can actually be done.

  • H. RES. 75 — Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2025.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:383

    H. RES. 75 is a resolution passed by the House of Representatives recognizing the cultural and historical importance of the Lunar New Year in 2025, which will be the Year of the Snake. The resolution highlights that the Lunar New Year begins with the second new moon after the...

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    In 2025, the House of Representatives wants everyone to know that the Lunar New Year, which will be the Year of the Snake, is a very special time celebrated by many people with fun traditions like the Lantern Festival. They wish everyone a happy new year but don't plan to do anything specific about it.

  • S. 4132 — To establish the Chuckwalla National Monument and expand Joshua Tree National Park in the State of California, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:6,889

    S. 4132 seeks to establish the Chuckwalla National Monument and expand the Joshua Tree National Park in California. The bill aims to protect the area's ecological, cultural, and historical resources while promoting recreational activities and partnerships with local Indian...

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    S. 4132 is a plan to make a new protected area called Chuckwalla National Monument and make Joshua Tree bigger, so people and animals can enjoy nature and learn about Native American culture there. But, it needs to make sure everyone agrees on how to take care of these places and that it has enough money and people to do the job right.

  • S. RES. 719 — Designating June 13, 2024, as National Seersucker Day, designating every Thursday after National Seersucker Day through the last Thursday in August 2024 as Seersucker Thursday, and designating June 2024 as Seersucker Appreciation Month.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:317

    The resolution, S. RES. 719, designates June 13, 2024, as "National Seersucker Day," and sets every Thursday following this day until the last Thursday in August 2024 as "Seersucker Thursday." Additionally, June 2024 is recognized as "Seersucker Appreciation Month." The...

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    The bill wants to make June 13, 2024, a special day to celebrate a fabric called seersucker, and every Thursday after that until the end of August a day to wear it. It also says June 2024 should be a month to enjoy and appreciate this type of clothing.

  • H. RES. 1571 — Supporting the recognition of November as National Bread Month and celebrating bread as a nutritious, affordable, and culturally significant staple food.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:233

    H. RES. 1571 supports recognizing November as "National Bread Month" to celebrate bread as a vital and nutritious food. It highlights bread's role in providing essential nutrients and vitamins, its affordability, and its importance in diverse cultural cuisines. The resolution...

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    In November, people are encouraged to celebrate bread because it's a tasty, important food and it gives us lots of good nutrients. They're also giving a special thanks to the people who make bread in America.

  • S. 4370 — To amend the Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004 to improve that Act, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:1,051

    S. 4370 aims to amend the Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004 to improve the protection and management of Indian forest land and rangeland. The bill redefines "Indian forest land or rangeland" to include lands held by Alaska Native Corporations and allows for restoration...

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    S. 4370 wants to make sure forests and grasslands important to Native American tribes, including those in Alaska, are better taken care of by giving $15 million each year from 2025 to 2030 for special projects. The bill is a little like giving out an allowance but without saying exactly how the money should be used or who checks it's used properly.

  • H. R. 9887 — To assist Indian Tribes in protecting Native American seeds.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:498

    H. R. 9887, known as the "Native American Seeds Act of 2024," aims to help Indian Tribes protect Native American seeds, which hold cultural or traditional significance. The bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to establish a program within the Department, in...

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    The Native American Seeds Act of 2024 wants to help tribes take care of special seeds important to their culture. It asks the government to work with tribes to find these seeds and make sure they're safe and kept secret if needed.

  • S. 4610 — An Act To amend title 36, United States Code, to designate the bald eagle as the national bird.
    Status:Engrossed in Senate
    Words:633

    S. 4610 proposes an amendment to title 36 of the United States Code to officially designate the bald eagle as the national bird of the United States. The bill highlights the symbolic significance of the bald eagle, noting its historical and cultural importance to the United...

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    S. 4610 is a bill that says the bald eagle is the very special bird of the United States, kind of like a team mascot for a country. It doesn't change any rules or cost money, but it helps remind everyone how important the bald eagle is to America's story and its people.

  • S. 4610 — An Act To amend title 36, United States Code, to designate the bald eagle as the national bird.
    Status:Enrolled Bill
    Words:610

    S. 4610 is a bill that amends title 36 of the United States Code to officially designate the bald eagle as the national bird of the United States. The bill outlines various findings by Congress regarding the significance of the bald eagle, highlighting its historical and...

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    The bill says we should officially call the bald eagle the national bird of the United States because it's special to America and important to many people. But it doesn't change any other plans or rules already in place about how we take care of it.

  • S. 4610 — To amend title 36, United States Code, to designate the bald eagle as the national bird.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:665

    S. 4610 proposes to amend title 36 of the United States Code to officially recognize the bald eagle as the national bird of the United States. The bill lists several findings that emphasize the symbolic importance of the bald eagle, including its representation of...

    Simple Explanation

    Imagine a special bird called the bald eagle that represents freedom and strength. This bill wants to officially say that the bald eagle is the national bird of the United States, but it doesn't change any existing rules or offer money for new activities related to this idea.