Bill · H.Res. 1253· House(119-HRES-1253)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States, including their commitment to defending the Constitution and delivering essential services to United States citizens, and in doing so, supporting the United States economy, during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year.
- Introduced
- 5/4/2026
- Last activity
- 5/4/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Brian Fitzpatrick
- Cosponsors
- - 6 - 63
- 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 expresses the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the importance of public servants. It seeks to commend those in Federal, State, and local governments, as well as the uniformed services, for their dedication to the United States. The text highlights how these individuals defend the Constitution and deliver essential services that citizens depend on. It also notes the role these servants play in supporting the United States economy. Finally, it recognizes "Public Service Recognition Week" as a time to honor these contributions.
Yes· 3 of 11
Is this likely to create jobs?+1
The resolution highlights the role of public servants in supporting the United States economy through various management and regulatory functions.
Is this likely to grow the economy?+1
The bill acknowledges that public servants manage infrastructure and financial systems that undergird private-sector growth.
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+1
The text notes that public servants manage regulatory frameworks that protect consumers.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Essential Services: The resolution acknowledges that public servants deliver services upon which United States citizens depend (Whereas clause).
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Economic Support: It notes that public servants contribute to the economy by managing infrastructure, financial systems, research institutions, and regulatory frameworks (Whereas clause).
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Public Safety and Rights: The resolution recognizes the role of public servants in protecting the safety and security of the public and safeguarding individual rights (Resolved section 2).
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Observance of Service: The resolution calls upon the people to observe "Public Service Recognition Week" with programs and ceremonies to honor those working on their behalf (Resolved section 4).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the text of this resolution.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+1Improves Economic Growth+1Increases Job Creation+1
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+1Good For Veterans+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+1Improves Roads And Bridges+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Due Process+1Improves Government Transparency+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+1
- 5/14/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/13/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/11/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 5/7/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 5/4/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 61 Cosponsors added.
Gabe AmoDemocrat · Rhode Island
Yassamin AnsariDemocrat · Arizona
Sanford BishopDemocrat · Georgia
Julia BrownleyDemocrat · California
Donald BeyerDemocrat · Virginia
Brendan BoyleDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Don BaconRepublican · Nebraska
Nikki BudzinskiDemocrat · Illinois
Robert BresnahanRepublican · Pennsylvania
Ed CaseDemocrat · Hawaii
Henry CuellarDemocrat · Texas
Judy ChuDemocrat · California
Salud CarbajalDemocrat · California
Angie CraigDemocrat · Minnesota
Gilbert CisnerosDemocrat · California
Troy CarterDemocrat · Louisiana
Jasmine CrockettDemocrat · Texas
Danny DavisDemocrat · Illinois
Donald DavisDemocrat · North Carolina
Christopher DeluzioDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Sharice DavidsDemocrat · Kansas
Dwight EvansDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Sarah ElfrethDemocrat · Maryland
Maxwell FrostDemocrat · Florida
Shomari FiguresDemocrat · Alabama
Daniel GoldmanDemocrat · New York
Adelita GrijalvaDemocrat · Arizona
Steny HoyerDemocrat · Maryland
Val HoyleDemocrat · Oregon
Glenn IveyDemocrat · Maryland
Julie JohnsonDemocrat · Texas
Robin KellyDemocrat · Illinois
Raja KrishnamoorthiDemocrat · Illinois
Jennifer KiggansRepublican · Virginia
Sydney Kamlager-DoveDemocrat · California
Timothy KennedyDemocrat · New York
Zoe LofgrenDemocrat · California
Stephen LynchDemocrat · Massachusetts
Ted LieuDemocrat · California
Nick LaLotaRepublican · New York
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Kweisi MfumeDemocrat · Maryland
Betty McCollumDemocrat · Minnesota
Seth MoultonDemocrat · Massachusetts
Robert MenendezDemocrat · New Jersey
John MannionDemocrat · New York
April McClain DelaneyDemocrat · Maryland
Dave MinDemocrat · California
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Johnny OlszewskiDemocrat · Maryland
Chris PappasDemocrat · New Hampshire
Deborah RossDemocrat · North Carolina
Jamie RaskinDemocrat · Maryland
Emily RandallDemocrat · Washington
Darren SotoDemocrat · Florida
Kim SchrierDemocrat · Washington
Melanie StansburyDemocrat · New Mexico
Hillary ScholtenDemocrat · Michigan
Eric SorensenDemocrat · Illinois
Suhas SubramanyamDemocrat · Virginia
Lateefah SimonDemocrat · California
Bennie ThompsonDemocrat · Mississippi
Mike ThompsonDemocrat · California
Dina TitusDemocrat · Nevada
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan
Jefferson Van DrewRepublican · New Jersey
Eugene VindmanDemocrat · Virginia
Bonnie Watson ColemanDemocrat · New Jersey
James WalkinshawDemocrat · Virginia