HRES Bill 1002 Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2024.

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2024-02-07

Bill 118 HRES 1002, also known as the "Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2024," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to acknowledge the importance of Lunar New Year in American society. The bill highlights the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year, a traditional holiday celebrated by many Asian and Asian American communities. The resolution recognizes the contributions of Asian Americans to the cultural fabric of the United States and acknowledges the importance of celebrating and honoring their traditions. It also emphasizes the importance of promoting diversity and inclusivity in American society. The resolution calls on the President to issue a proclamation recognizing Lunar New Year in 2024 and encourages all Americans to join in celebrating this important holiday. It also calls on federal, state, and local governments to support and promote Lunar New Year celebrations and events. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1002 aims to raise awareness about the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year and to promote unity and understanding among all Americans.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Alternative Names

Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2024.

Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2024.

Associated Legislation

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Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Allred, Colin Z. [D-TX-32]

Rep. Barragan, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44]

Rep. Bera, Ami [D-CA-6]

Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]

Rep. Bowman, Jamaal [D-NY-16]

Rep. Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2]

Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]

Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1]

Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-28]

Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Rep. Crockett, Jasmine [D-TX-30]

Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6]

Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1]

Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10]

Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6]

Rep. Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-37]

Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]

Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]

Rep. Fletcher, Lizzie [D-TX-7]

Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]

Rep. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4]

Rep. Garamendi, John [D-CA-8]

Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]

Rep. Gomez, Jimmy [D-CA-34]

Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]

Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]

Rep. Grijalva, Raúl M. [D-AZ-7]

Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]

Rep. Jacobs, Sara [D-CA-51]

Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7]

Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4]

Rep. Kamlager-Dove, Sydney [D-CA-37]

Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17]

Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6]

Rep. Kim, Andy [D-NJ-3]

Rep. Kim, Young [R-CA-40]

Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8]

Rep. Lee, Susie [D-NV-3]

Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-12]

Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36]

Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-7]

Rep. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-7]

Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]

Rep. Mullin, Kevin [D-CA-15]

Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12]

Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-31]

Rep. Nickel, Wiley [D-NC-13]

Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]

Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5]

Rep. Pallone, Frank, Jr. [D-NJ-6]

Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10]

Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-50]

Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-47]

Rep. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7]

Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8]

Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2]

Del. Sablan, Gregorio Kilili Camacho [D-MP-At Large]

Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]

Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]

Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-30]

Rep. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3]

Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11]

Rep. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-45]

Rep. Strickland, Marilyn [D-WA-10]

Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-14]

Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39]

Rep. Thanedar, Shri [D-MI-13]

Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1]

Rep. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2]

Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]

Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]

Rep. Trone, David J. [D-MD-6]

Rep. Vargas, Juan [D-CA-52]

Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]

Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]

Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]

Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-16]

Committees and Subcommittees

Oversight and Accountability Committee

Variations and Revisions