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Bill Summary · HR 1481

Summary of H. Res. 1481 — In memory of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim

Purpose and intent

H. Res. 1481 is a memorial resolution introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives that formally honors the memory of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim. The resolution’s purpose is commemorative and ceremonial: to recognize and express the House’s condolences and respect for the deceased.

Key provisions (what the resolution does)

  • Officially memorializes Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim (as indicated in the title).
  • Offers congressional recognition and condolences (typical content of memorial resolutions).
  • Records the House’s statement of sympathy and remembrance in the Congressional record (memorial resolutions commonly include language to that effect).

Note: The full text of the resolution is not provided here. The above provisions reflect the customary content and purpose of memorial resolutions and are consistent with the resolution’s title and classification.

Who is affected

  • Primarily symbolic: the families, friends, and communities of the deceased who receive formal recognition by the U.S. House.
  • Members of Congress and the congressional record: the resolution creates an official House statement that will be entered into the record.
  • No direct effect on laws, programs, budgets, or third parties beyond the ceremonial recognition.

Legal and practical impact

  • Ceremonial and non‑binding. Memorial resolutions do not create legal rights, change policy, or authorize spending.
  • Serves as an official, public acknowledgment of loss and tribute by the House.

Sponsors

  • Primary sponsor: Rep. Darin LaHood
  • Cosponsors: Rep. Brittany Pettersen and Rep. James A. Himes

Legislative timeline and procedural status

  • Introduced in the House: February 21, 2025
  • Referred (Feb 21, 2025) to:
    • Committee on Ways and Means
    • Committee on the Judiciary (Referral included language allowing the Speaker to later determine how long each committee would consider provisions within its jurisdiction.)
  • Filed: May 30, 2025
  • Referred to Local & Consent Calendars: May 31, 2025
  • Adopted (House action with Rules suspended): June 2, 2025
  • Reported enrolled: June 3, 2025

Procedural note

  • The resolution’s status of “reported enrolled” and the record of adoption indicate it completed House consideration and was finalized in its enrolled form. As a memorial resolution, its primary outcome is the House’s official expression of remembrance and sympathy.

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

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