Bill · H.Res. 1213· House(119-HRES-1213)
Supporting the recognition of April 2026 as "National County Government Month" to honor the county government workforce, educate residents about local programs and services, and celebrate the county government role in the intergovernmental partnership.
- Introduced
- 4/23/2026
- Last activity
- 4/23/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Johnny Olszewski
- Cosponsors
- - 11 - 2
- 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 supports the recognition of April 2026 as "National County Government Month." The goal is to honor the county government workforce and celebrate their role in intergovernmental partnerships. It aims to educate residents regarding local programs and services provided by their counties. The resolution calls on counties, parishes, and boroughs to participate in this celebration. Additionally, it encourages local officials to pass proclamations and Members of Congress to engage with their communities to raise awareness.
Yes· 3 of 7
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+2
The resolution encourages counties to raise awareness of local health care programs and services provided to residents.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+2
The resolution encourages counties to use the month to educate the public on their roles and services.
Does this make the country readier for the next outbreak?+1
The bill highlights the role of counties in supporting local public health departments.
The opposite
Does this give the federal government more power?-1
The resolution celebrates the role of county governments as distinct partners within the intergovernmental system.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Awareness of Services: The resolution encourages counties to use the month to raise awareness of local programs and services that impact residents every day (Resolution Section 3).
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Public Education: The celebration aims to educate the public about the essential role counties play in daily American life (Resolution Section 4).
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Civic Connection: The month offers an opportunity to strengthen civic connections between county governments and the residents they serve (Whereas clause regarding National County Government Month).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are mentioned in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+2Improves Pandemic Preparedness+1
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+1Good For Rural Residents+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Public Transit+1Improves Roads And Bridges+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2Increases Federal Power-1
- 4/29/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/28/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/23/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 10 Cosponsors added.
Wesley BellDemocrat · Missouri
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Salud CarbajalDemocrat · California
Donald DavisDemocrat · North Carolina
Sarah ElfrethDemocrat · Maryland
Steny HoyerDemocrat · Maryland
Glenn IveyDemocrat · Maryland
April McClain DelaneyDemocrat · Maryland
Christian MenefeeDemocrat · Texas
Joe NeguseDemocrat · Colorado
John RutherfordRepublican · Florida
David SchweikertRepublican · Arizona
Melanie StansburyDemocrat · New Mexico