Bill · H.Res. 1106· House(119-HRES-1106)

Honoring the life and legacy of Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr.

Age: 88 years

California

Introduced: 3/4/2026
Last activity: 3/4/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsored by: Maxine Waters
Cosponsors: - 115 - 0

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Introduced
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 is intended to honor the life, leadership, and legacy of Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr. The text highlights his roles as a civil rights leader, an ordained Baptist minister, and a presidential candidate. It details his various accomplishments, including founding Operation PUSH and the National Rainbow Coalition. The resolution also notes his international efforts regarding conflict resolution and hostage negotiations. Finally, the House of Representatives seeks to extend condolences to his family and calls on Americans to uphold his beliefs.

Yes

Would Black Americans be better off under this?+4
The resolution formally recognizes and honors the immense contributions and leadership of Rev. Jesse Jackson to the African American community and civil rights.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+3
The resolution honors the civil rights legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson, which promotes awareness of racial equity and historical civil rights contributions.