Who sponsored HRES 1243?

HRES 1243 was sponsored by Grace Meng (D), Rep.

Celebrates Asian American Heritage Month

IntroducedApril 30, 2026

3 months ago

Intro

House

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Native Americans

Why This Matters

This resolution recognizes May as a time to celebrate the contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to U.S. history.

If you identify as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, or Pacific Islander, this resolution celebrates your heritage during May.

Who this affects

Asian Americans · Native Hawaiians · Pacific Islanders · U.S. community

What does this resolution do?

1This resolution honors May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
2It recognizes the diverse backgrounds of these communities, which include over 70 ethnicities and 100 languages.
3The resolution notes the significant population growth of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in recent years.
4It highlights important historical events and milestones related to these communities in the U.S.
5The resolution encourages observance through programs and activities that celebrate their contributions.

Read the detailed summary

This resolution recognizes 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.

Read full document

Celebrates Asian American Heritage Month

IntroducedApril 30, 2026

3 months ago

Intro

House

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Native Americans

Why This Matters

This resolution recognizes May as a time to celebrate the contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to U.S. history.

If you identify as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, or Pacific Islander, this resolution celebrates your heritage during May.

Who this affects

Asian Americans · Native Hawaiians · Pacific Islanders · U.S. community

What does this resolution do?

1This resolution honors May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
2It recognizes the diverse backgrounds of these communities, which include over 70 ethnicities and 100 languages.
3The resolution notes the significant population growth of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in recent years.
4It highlights important historical events and milestones related to these communities in the U.S.
5The resolution encourages observance through programs and activities that celebrate their contributions.

Read the detailed summary

Read full document