Expressing support for the designation of the third Sunday in June as "Father's Day".

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution expresses support for the designation of Father's Day.

Bill 118 HRES 517, also known as the "Father's Day Resolution," is a piece of legislation that expresses support for designating the third Sunday in June as "Father's Day." The bill aims to recognize and honor fathers and father figures for their important role in families and society.

The resolution acknowledges the significance of fathers in providing love, support, and guidance to their children. It also highlights the importance of strong father-child relationships in promoting positive outcomes for children, such as improved academic performance, emotional well-being, and social development.

By officially designating the third Sunday in June as "Father's Day," the resolution seeks to encourage families to celebrate and show appreciation for fathers on this special day. It also aims to raise awareness about the importance of fatherhood and the positive impact that involved fathers can have on their children's lives. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 517 is a non-partisan effort to honor and celebrate fathers and father figures, and to promote the importance of father-child relationships in society.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 517

Introduced on
2023-06-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/15/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses support for the designation of Father's Day.

Bill 118 HRES 517, also known as the "Father's Day Resolution," is a piece of legislation that expresses support for designating the third Sunday in June as "Father's Day." The bill aims to recognize and honor fathers and father figures for their important role in families and society.

The resolution acknowledges the significance of fathers in providing love, support, and guidance to their children. It also highlights the importance of strong father-child relationships in promoting positive outcomes for children, such as improved academic performance, emotional well-being, and social development.

By officially designating the third Sunday in June as "Father's Day," the resolution seeks to encourage families to celebrate and show appreciation for fathers on this special day. It also aims to raise awareness about the importance of fatherhood and the positive impact that involved fathers can have on their children's lives. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 517 is a non-partisan effort to honor and celebrate fathers and father figures, and to promote the importance of father-child relationships in society.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing support for the designation of the third Sunday in June as "Father's Day".

Policy Areas
Families

Potential Impact
Child care and development•
Commemorative events and holidays•
Employee leave•
Family relationships•
Tax treatment of families

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary6/21/2023

This resolution expresses support for the designation of Father's Day.


Latest Action6/15/2023
Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction...