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.

5/13/2026, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 1243

The bill, designated as H.Res. 1243 in the 119th Congress and introduced on April 30, 2026, recognizes the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as a time to celebrate the substantial contributions of these communities to U.S. history. The bill aims to highlight and honor the roles played by Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in shaping the United States.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 1243

Bill HRES 1243 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 30, 2026. Bill HRES 1243 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 30, 2026. Bill HRES 1243's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. as of April 30, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1243

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

116

Democrat Cosponsors

110

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1243

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1243

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.

Comments

Ivory Higgins

757

23 days ago

I don't get why we need to celebrate this. I mean, sure, it's nice to recognize different cultures and their contributions, but do we really need a whole month for it? And why just Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders? What about other groups? I just don't see the point of this. Can someone explain to me why this is necessary?

Sky Conner

859

27 days ago

Who really benefits from this?

Santana McCarthy

896

25 days ago

I think it's great that we're recognizing the contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. This bill is important for celebrating diversity in our country. How will this impact our schools and communities?