Expressing support for the designation of June 12, 2026, as "Women Veterans Appreciation Day".

119th Congress

Designates June 12, 2026 as Women Veterans Appreciation Day to symbolically honor and recognize women veterans with no new laws or funding.

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4102)

Overview

HRES 1360 (119th Congress) is a concurrent resolution expressing support for the designation of June 12, 2026, as "Women Veterans Appreciation Day." The measure is non-binding and serves to recognize and honor the contributions of women veterans. It was introduced and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform on June 11, 2026, with sponsor remarks noted in the Congressional Record.

Purpose and intent

Explicit aim: To designate June 12, 2026, as "Women Veterans Appreciation Day" in the United States.

Purpose behind such designations: Public acknowledgment and celebration of the service and sacrifices of women veterans, highlighting their contributions to national defense, veterans’ issues, and civic life.

Nature of action: Symbolic and commemorative; does not create new programs, funding, or regulatory requirements.

Key provisions

Creation of a commemorative designation: The bill identifies June 12, 2026, as a day to honor women veterans.

Expressions of recognition: The resolution typically includes statements of appreciation, acknowledgment of service, and calls for appropriate observances and recognition at the federal, state, or local levels.

No substantive policy changes: As a concurrent resolution, it does not establish law, mandate funding, or alter existing programs or eligibility criteria.

Who/what is affected

Women veterans: Primary beneficiaries in terms of recognition and observance.

Government and institutions: Encourages observances and acknowledgments by federal agencies, state and local governments, veterans organizations, and communities.

General public: Provides a formal prompt to acknowledge and celebrate women veterans’ service.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction and sponsor remarks: As of June 11, 2026, the sponsor delivered introductory remarks (recorded in CR H4102).

Referral: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform for consideration.

Legislative status: The bill has not been enacted into law; it is a symbolic resolution moving through the committee process.

Potential impact

Symbolic impact: Elevates visibility of women veterans and may inform commemorative events, education, and veterans outreach.

No fiscal impact: The resolution does not authorize funding or create new programs.

Public awareness: Can influence public discourse and encourage participation in ceremonies and recognition activities related to women veterans.

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