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HRES 266

Expressing support for the designation of March 27, 2025, as "Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day", and calling on each State, the District of Columbia, and each territory to recognize the Tuskegee Airmen for their heroism, valor, and exemplary service to the Nation.

119th Congress Introduced by Eleanor Holmes Norton

Supports designating March 27, 2025 as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day and encourages official recognition of the Tuskegee Airmen by states and territories.

Submitted in House
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Bill Summary · HRES 266

Summary of Bill: H.Res. 266

Overview

H.Res. 266 is a House Resolution that expresses support for designating March 27, 2025, as “Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day” and urges each state, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories to recognize the Tuskegee Airmen for their heroism, valor, and exemplary service to the United States. The measure is non-binding and serves as a formal expression of remembrance and recognition.

Purpose and Intent

  • Honor the Tuskegee Airmen, the pioneering Black aviators who served with distinction in the U.S. Armed Forces.
  • Promote nationwide acknowledgment of their contributions and legacy by designating a commemorative day and encouraging official recognition at state and territorial levels.

Key Provisions

  • Designation Request: Expresses support for designating March 27, 2025, as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day.
  • Federal Encouragement: Calls on each state, the District of Columbia, and each U.S. territory to recognize the Tuskegee Airmen and their service.
  • Nature of Action: Non-binding resolution that promotes awareness and ceremonial recognition; does not create new rights, impose mandates, or authorize spending.
  • Ceremonial/Proclamatory Emphasis: Encourages public proclamations, ceremonies, or other forms of recognition at the state and territorial levels.

Sponsor and Legislative History

  • Primary Sponsor: Eleanor Holmes Norton.
  • Introduced: March 27, 2025.
  • Status: Submitted in the House and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • Legislative Action to Date: 2025-03-27 – Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform; 2025-03-27 – Submitted in House.

Affected Parties

  • The measure primarily affects symbolic recognition and awareness efforts.
  • States, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories are identified as targets for potential recognition actions.
  • No direct fiscal impact or regulatory changes are anticipated from this resolution.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

  • Next steps: Committee consideration by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform; potential floor action, amendments, and a vote if advanced.
  • Since this is a commemorative resolution, passage would reflect Congressional support for recognizing the Tuskegee Airmen but would not mandate policy changes or allocate funds.

Context and Rationale

  • The resolution aligns with efforts to honor the Tuskegee Airmen’s military service and to educate the public about their historical significance. It complements existing commemorations and educational initiatives without altering current laws.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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