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RepublicanBill · H.Res. 1051· House(119-HRES-1051)

Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and the celebration's origins in Mobile, Alabama.

Rep. Moore
Age: 60 years
Alabama
Introduced
2/10/2026
Last activity
2/10/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsored by
Barry Moore
Cosponsors
Republican - 4Democrat - 2
Arts, Culture, Religion
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution recognizes the cultural and historical importance of Mardi Gras. It highlights that the celebration has been held in Mobile, Alabama, since 1703. The text notes that these festivities mark the end of Carnival and the start of the Christian fasting season of Lent. Additionally, the resolution mentions that the celebration serves as a reminder of the original landing of French settlers in the Louisiana territory. Ultimately, the House of Representatives aims to recognize Mobile, Alabama, as the historic origin of the Mardi Gras celebration in the United States.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Would people in cities be better off under this?+2

    The resolution highlights the cultural and historical importance of the festivities to the city of Mobile, Alabama.

  • Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+1

    The resolution acknowledges the historical heritage of the region including the original French settlement.

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+1

    The resolution is a formal congressional acknowledgment of local cultural history.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.