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A resolution 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.

Introduced
Apr 30, 2026
Cosponsors
29
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 30, 2026

Bill Summary

Recognizes the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, celebrating the contributions of these groups to US history. It acknowledges their importance with a formal declaration.

Sponsored By

Mazie K. Hirono
Democrat · Hawaii · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 30, 2026
  2. Apr 30, 2026You Are Here

    The bill was sent to committee, where members study it, hold hearings, and decide whether to advance it.

  3. TBD

    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 Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders by formally acknowledging their contributions to US history and culture. It provides a national recognition of their heritage and significance in the United States.

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
30backers
  • Democratic29
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 3%

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Cosponsors (29)

Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicRights & Representation
CommitteeSenate Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedApr 30, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 30, 2026
Latest ActionSubmitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2160; text: CR S2180-2181)
Subjects
  • Rights

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.