Bill · H.Res. 761· House(119-HRES-761)
Expressing support for the designation of September 23, 2025, as national "Bruce Springsteen Day", and honoring his contributions to music, New Jersey, and the Nation.
- Introduced
- 9/23/2025
- Last activity
- 9/23/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Sponsored by
- Robert Menendez
- Cosponsors
- - 9 - 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 expresses support for designating September 23, 2025, as national "Bruce Springsteen Day." The measure aims to honor Bruce Springsteen's various contributions to music, the state of New Jersey, and the United States. It highlights his musical talent, his leadership of the E Street Band, and his impact on American culture. Additionally, the resolution recognizes his philanthropic work and his ability to uplift everyday Americans. The House of Representatives is asked to support this specific day of designation and honor his legacy.
Yes· 3 of 6
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+1
The resolution mentions Springsteen's organizations that focus on helping low-income families.
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+1
The resolution references the artist's focus on themes of racial inequality.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+1
The resolution highlights Springsteen's ability to uplift the challenges and contributions of veterans.
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 Contributions: The resolution honors Bruce Springsteen's career which has shaped American music and culture through themes like working-class struggles and the American Dream (Resolution, Whereas clauses).
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Support for Everyday Americans: The text notes that Springsteen has uplifted the challenges and courage of people such as factory workers, first responders, and veterans (Resolution, Whereas clauses).
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Philanthropic Impact: The resolution mentions that Springsteen supports numerous causes and charities and founded two organizations focused on helping low-income families (Resolution, Whereas clauses).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are mentioned in the text provided.
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 African Americans+1Good For Low Income Households+1Good For Veterans+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+1Improves Racial Equity+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- 10/3/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/26/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 9/23/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 6 Cosponsors added.
Sean CastenDemocrat · Illinois
Herbert ConawayDemocrat · New Jersey
Dwight EvansDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Veronica EscobarDemocrat · Texas
Josh GottheimerDemocrat · New Jersey
Donald NorcrossDemocrat · New Jersey
Frank PalloneDemocrat · New Jersey
Nellie PouDemocrat · New Jersey
Bonnie Watson ColemanDemocrat · New Jersey