Bill · H.Res. 1273· House(119-HRES-1273)

Honoring mothers, and recognizing the significance of motherhood and the impact mothers have on raising the next generation, on the occasion of Mother's Day.

Age: 73 years

Texas

Introduced: 5/11/2026
Last activity: 5/11/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsored by: Randy Weber
Cosponsors: - 24 - 0

Families

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 honors mothers and recognizes the impact they have on raising future generations. It marks the occasion of Mother's Day, which will occur on May 10, 2026. The text highlights the historical significance of the holiday and the importance of mothers, including stepmothers, adopted mothers, and single mothers. It argues that various terms used recently have sought to diminish the significance of motherhood. Finally, it calls on the House of Representatives to support the recognition of mothers and encourages Americans to celebrate the women who bring life into the world.

Yes

Would women be better off under this?+5
The resolution explicitly seeks to honor women, recognize their sacrifices, and defend the significance of motherhood against perceived diminishment.
Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?+3
The resolution emphasizes the unique and intrinsic importance of women in motherhood and the recognition of their roles in raising future generations.
Would children be better off under this?+1
The resolution highlights the importance of mothers in raising and nurturing the next generation.