Supporting the goals and ideals of a Juan Pablo Duarte Day.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution supports the establishment of a national day of recognition to honor Juan Pablo Duarte, the founding father of the Dominican Republic, and urges people to observe a national day of recognition for Dominican Americans.

Bill 118 HRES 62, also known as Supporting the goals and ideals of a Juan Pablo Duarte Day, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to recognize and honor the contributions of Juan Pablo Duarte, a founding father of the Dominican Republic, by designating a day in his honor.

Juan Pablo Duarte was a key figure in the fight for Dominican independence from Haiti in the 19th century. He played a crucial role in organizing and leading the movement for independence, and his efforts ultimately led to the establishment of the Dominican Republic as a sovereign nation.

The bill seeks to celebrate Duarte's legacy and the ideals he stood for, including democracy, freedom, and self-determination. By designating a Juan Pablo Duarte Day, the legislation aims to educate the public about his contributions to the Dominican Republic and inspire others to uphold his values. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 62 is a bipartisan effort to honor a significant historical figure and promote awareness of his important role in the fight for independence. It highlights the importance of recognizing and celebrating the achievements of individuals who have made a lasting impact on their country and the world.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 62

Introduced on
2023-01-26

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/26/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution supports the establishment of a national day of recognition to honor Juan Pablo Duarte, the founding father of the Dominican Republic, and urges people to observe a national day of recognition for Dominican Americans.

Bill 118 HRES 62, also known as Supporting the goals and ideals of a Juan Pablo Duarte Day, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to recognize and honor the contributions of Juan Pablo Duarte, a founding father of the Dominican Republic, by designating a day in his honor.

Juan Pablo Duarte was a key figure in the fight for Dominican independence from Haiti in the 19th century. He played a crucial role in organizing and leading the movement for independence, and his efforts ultimately led to the establishment of the Dominican Republic as a sovereign nation.

The bill seeks to celebrate Duarte's legacy and the ideals he stood for, including democracy, freedom, and self-determination. By designating a Juan Pablo Duarte Day, the legislation aims to educate the public about his contributions to the Dominican Republic and inspire others to uphold his values. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 62 is a bipartisan effort to honor a significant historical figure and promote awareness of his important role in the fight for independence. It highlights the importance of recognizing and celebrating the achievements of individuals who have made a lasting impact on their country and the world.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedSupporting the goals and ideals of a Juan Pablo Duarte Day.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary2/8/2023

This resolution supports the establishment of a national day of recognition to honor Juan Pablo Duarte, the founding father of the Dominican Republic, and urges people to observe a national day of recognition for Dominican Americans.


Latest Action1/26/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.