Bill · H.Res. 1409· House(119-HRES-1409)

Recognizing the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States of America and reaffirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to the Nation's founding ideals of liberty, equality, and opportunity for all immigrant communities in the United States.

Age: 43 years

Illinois

Introduced: 6/30/2026
Last activity: 6/30/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsored by: Delia Ramirez
Cosponsors: - 10 - 0

Immigration

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 recognizes the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States. It seeks to reaffirm the House of Representatives' commitment to the founding ideals of liberty, equality, and opportunity for all immigrant communities. The text addresses barriers faced by asylum seekers, refugees, and immigrants, such as limited English proficiency and employment obstacles. It emphasizes the importance of access to essential services like healthcare, housing, and legal support. Finally, it calls for increased investments and collaboration to advance inclusion and equity for all residents.

Yes· 3 of 10

Would immigrants be better off under this?+6
The resolution focuses on overcoming barriers like language access, employment obstacles, and legal hurdles faced by immigrants.
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?+5
The resolution supports expanding naturalization services to help immigrants achieve stability and full participation.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+4
The resolution targets barriers to essential services like food security and housing that disproportionately affect low-income residents.