Bill · H.Res. 29· House(119-HRES-29)
Recognizing the 125th anniversary of organized Okinawan immigration to the United States.
- Introduced
- 1/9/2025
- Last activity
- 1/9/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Jill Tokuda
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 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 recognizes the 125th anniversary of organized Okinawan immigration to the United States. It highlights the arrival of the first Okinawan contract laborers in Hawai'i on January 8, 1900. The text details the historical contributions of Okinawan Americans in government, business, the military, education, and other sectors. It notes their bravery during the Second World War and their ongoing cultural impact. Finally, the resolution officially recognizes this anniversary and urges the American people to honor it with appropriate programs and activities.
Yes· 3 of 5
Would Asian Americans be better off under this?+3
The resolution honors the specific history, cultural identity, and societal contributions of Okinawan Americans.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+3
The resolution celebrates the 125-year history of organized Okinawan immigration and its successful integration into American life.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+3
The resolution reaffirms unique cultural and people-to-people ties and sister-state relationships between the United States and Okinawa.
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 Cultural and Historical Contributions: The resolution recognizes the 125th anniversary of Okinawan immigration and the historic contributions of Okinawan Americans to the nation, as stated in resolved clause (1). This is positive because it officially honors a community that has significantly contributed to government, business, the military, and education.
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Reaffirmation of International Ties: The text reaffirms the unique cultural and people-to-people ties between the United States and Okinawa, according to resolved clause (2). This can be viewed as positive for fostering strong, friendly international relationships and supporting existing sister-state and sister-city relationships.
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Encouraging Public Education and Commemoration: The resolution urges the people of the United States to honor the anniversary with appropriate programs and activities, as found in resolved clause (3). This is a positive outcome as it promotes cultural awareness, education, and community engagement regarding Okinawan heritage.
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 Asian Americans+3Good For Immigrants+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+3Improves Veterans Benefits+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+3
- 1/23/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/13/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 1/9/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
Suzanne BonamiciDemocrat · Oregon
Ed CaseDemocrat · Hawaii
Doris MatsuiDemocrat · California
Grace MengDemocrat · New York
Linda SánchezDemocrat · California