Bill
HR 1381
The bill would ceremonially recognize and honor the Round Rock Pride Festival for promoting inclusivity and community engagement, with no legal or financial impact.
HR 1381 — Summary: Commemorating the Fourth Annual Round Rock Pride Festival
Overview
- Type: House resolution (non-binding, ceremonial)
- Title: Commemorating the fourth annual Round Rock Pride Festival
- Purpose: To recognize and honor the Round Rock Pride Festival and its organizers, participants, and community supporters as part of congressional appreciation for community events that celebrate diversity and inclusion.
- Status: Referred to Local & Consent Calendars (current stage in process)
- Introduced: February 14, 2025
- Classification/Subject: Resolution; Resolutions—Congratulatory & Honorary (ROUND ROCK PRIDE FESTIVAL)
Key Provisions
- Ceremonial Recognition: The resolution would formally commemorate and honor the Round Rock Pride Festival’s fourth annual observance, highlighting its role in promoting community engagement, inclusivity, and LGBTQ+ visibility within Round Rock and the broader community.
- Acknowledgment of Stakeholders: Likely to reference and applaud festival organizers, volunteers, sponsors, participants, and supporters for their work in planning and executing the event.
- Non-Binding Nature: As a resolution, it would express appreciation and support without imposing new laws, regulations, or financial obligations on the government or any entity.
Affecting Parties and Impacts
- Primary Beneficiary: The Round Rock Pride Festival community (organizers, participants, volunteers) and local residents who benefit from recognized community events and inclusive programming.
- Governmental Impact: No fiscal appropriation or regulatory changes are anticipated; the resolution serves as ceremonial recognition by the House.
- Public Message: Signals congressional support for community celebrations that foster inclusion and diversity.
Procedural History and Timeline
- February 14, 2025: Introduced in the House.
- February 14, 2025: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for consideration of provisions within their jurisdiction.
- May 26, 2025: Filed.
- May 29, 2025: Referred to Local & Consent Calendars.
- Note: As a ceremonial resolution, it follows standard referral steps typical for non-substantive bills and would progress through the Local & Consent Calendars if advanced.
Sponsors
- Primary: Erin Houchin
- Cosponsors: Brandon Gill; Michael A. Rulli
Potential Considerations
- Since the bill is a commemorative resolution, it does not alter law or authorize spending. Its impact is chiefly symbolic, signaling official recognition and support from the House for the Round Rock Pride Festival and its contribution to community life.
- If adopted, the resolution may be used by local organizers and supporters to highlight federal recognition of the festival’s role in promoting inclusivity and civic engagement.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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