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BillHRES 1269 · 119

Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of the Cinco de Mayo holiday.

Introduced
May 7, 2026
Cosponsors
10
Traction
0
Last Action
May 7, 2026

Bill Summary

Recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Cinco de Mayo holiday. It acknowledges the importance of this holiday without changing any laws or policies.

Sponsored By

Juan Vargas
Democrat · California · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 7, 2026
  3. May 7, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This resolution affects people who celebrate Cinco de Mayo, particularly those of Mexican descent, by formally acknowledging the holiday's cultural and historical significance. It may also impact the broader American public by promoting awareness and understanding of this holiday.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
11backers
  • Democratic11
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (10)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeForeign Affairs Committee
IntroducedMay 7, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 7, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Subjects
  • Military

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.