Bill · H.Res. 126· House(119-HRES-126)
Celebrating the legacy and contributions of immigrants and opposing discriminatory immigration policies.
- Introduced
- 2/12/2025
- Last activity
- 2/12/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Yassamin Ansari
- Cosponsors
- - 17 - 0
- 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 celebrates the legacy and contributions of immigrants to the United States. It highlights statements from past presidents about the importance of immigrants to the nation. The text points out how immigrants have helped the economy, culture, and armed forces. It also states opposition to discriminatory immigration policies like family separation and arbitrary detention. The House of Representatives resolves to recognize immigrant contributions and condemn discrimination. Finally, it urges the administration to uphold immigrant rights and calls for humane immigration policies and comprehensive reform.
Yes· 3 of 9
Would immigrants be better off under this?+7
The resolution actively celebrates immigrant contributions and calls for the protection of their rights and dignity.
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?+6
The resolution calls for promoting a pathway to citizenship for longtime residents.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+5
The resolution condemns targeting immigrants based on race and racial profiling.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Celebrating Immigrant Contributions: Under resolved section (1), the House recognizes and celebrates the invaluable contributions of immigrants to the United States, which honors the cultural, economic, and social value immigrants bring to the people.
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Condemning Discrimination: Under resolved section (2), the House condemns all forms of discrimination against immigrants, including racial profiling, religious discrimination, and targeting based on national origin, which protects individuals from unfair treatment.
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Protecting Rights and Dignity: Under resolved section (3), the House urges the Administration to uphold the rights and dignity of all immigrants, including asylum seekers and refugees, ensuring these vulnerable groups are treated with respect.
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Promoting Humane Policies: Under resolved section (4), the call for humane immigration policies that prioritize family unity, protect human rights, and promote a pathway to citizenship for longtime residents can positively impact families by keeping them together and offering legal stability.
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Supporting Comprehensive Reform: Under resolved section (5), supporting comprehensive immigration reform that addresses economic needs and reflects compassion and fairness can benefit both communities and the broader economy.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Immigrants+7Good For Hispanic Americans+4Good For Low Income Households+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Pathway To Citizenship+6Improves Racial Equity+5Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+3Increases Job Creation+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Due Process+4
- 2/13/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/12/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 16 Cosponsors added.
Suzanne BonamiciDemocrat · Oregon
Nanette BarragánDemocrat · California
Jim CostaDemocrat · California
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Troy CarterDemocrat · Louisiana
Lloyd DoggettDemocrat · Texas
Maxine DexterDemocrat · Oregon
Dwight EvansDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Maxwell FrostDemocrat · Florida
Raúl GrijalvaDemocrat · Arizona
Josh GottheimerDemocrat · New Jersey
Henry JohnsonDemocrat · Georgia
Gwen MooreDemocrat · Wisconsin
Seth MoultonDemocrat · Massachusetts
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Bennie ThompsonDemocrat · Mississippi
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan