Bill · H.Res. 280· House(119-HRES-280)
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month.
- Introduced
- 3/31/2025
- Last activity
- 3/31/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Mike Thompson
- Cosponsors
- - 15 - 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 is intended to support the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month. The House of Representatives recognizes March 2025 as National Women's History Month. The theme for this year is "Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations." Through this resolution, the House aims to honor women and organizations that have fought for and continue to promote the teaching of women's history. It also highlights the historical significance of the women's suffrage movement.
Yes· 3 of 7
Would women be better off under this?+3
The resolution is a dedicated effort to honor and recognize the history and achievements of women.
Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?+2
The resolution promotes the recognition of women's historical achievements and the suffrage movement.
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+1
The resolution highlights the contributions of Black women to the suffrage movement.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Recognition of historical achievements: The resolution recognizes and honors women and organizations in the United States that have fought for and continue to promote the teaching of women's history and the women's suffrage movement (Resolution Clause 2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts identified: The provided text does not contain any provisions that would result in negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups.
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 Women+3Good For African Americans+1Good For Asian Americans+1Good For Native Americans+1Good For Students+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Gender Equality+2Improves Voting Rights+1
- 3/31/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 15 Cosponsors added.
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