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HRES 1370

Recognizing June 12, 2026, as the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and honoring the Sacred Heart as the living sign of Christ's divine love, mercy, humility, and reparation for sin.

119th Congress

Designate June 12, 2026 as the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and encourage renewed devotion and practices reflecting Christ’s love and mercy.

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Bill Summary · HRES 1370

Overview

  • Bill: H.Res. 1370
  • Session: 119th Congress, 2nd Session
  • Purpose: A House resolution recognizing June 12, 2026, as the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, and honoring the Sacred Heart as a living sign of Christ’s divine love, mercy, humility, and reparation for sin.
  • Sponsor: Rep. Moore (WV) with Rep. Messmer; referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (June 15, 2026).

Main Purpose and Intent

  • Officially designate June 12, 2026, as the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.
  • Affirm the Sacred Heart as the living sign of Christ’s love, mercy, humility, and reparation for sin.
  • Acknowledge and commend the U.S. Bishops’ consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart.
  • Encourage renewed devotion to the Sacred Heart and associated practices (prayer, reparation, Eucharistic devotion, and prayer for priests).

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal Recognition:
    • The House recognizes the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus for June 12, 2026.
    • Honors the Sacred Heart as a symbol of Christ’s infinite love and redemptive sacrifice.
  • Endorsements and Historical Context:
    • Commends the U.S. Bishops for consecrating the nation to the Sacred Heart.
    • Highlights historical developments of devotion in the United States (e.g., works of Saint John Eudes, Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne, and the influence of Sacred Heart devotion on American religious life).
  • Theological and Moral Emphasis:
    • Emphasizes humility of heart as a corrective to pride and self-centeredness.
    • Describes the Sacred Heart as central to mercy, conversion, and spiritual renewal.
  • Guidance for Action:
    • Encourages families, churches, and communities to renew devotion to the Sacred Heart.
    • Urges people to seek mercy, practice humility, and align hearts with the Sacred Heart.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Temporary Formal Recognition: The resolution would affect the House’s formal posture and messaging, not direct regulatory or fiscal policy.
  • Religious and Cultural Impact:
    • Medium-term impact on Catholic communities and institutions in the U.S. by framing June as a time for renewed devotion and reparation practices.
    • Supports ongoing Catholic devotional life, including Eucharistic devotion and prayer for priests.
  • National and Public Messaging:
    • Signals congressional acknowledgment of Sacred Heart devotion and its perceived significance in American Catholic life.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and Referral:
    • Introduced June 15, 2026, by Rep. Moore (WV) and Rep. Messmer.
    • Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • Action History:
    • As of the text provided, the resolution has been referred to committee; no floor passage or further actions listed.

Notes for Readers

  • This is a non-binding, symbolic resolution. It sets forth a ceremonial recognition and moral exhortations rather than creating new law or allocating funds.
  • It reflects a ceremonial acknowledgment of a religious observance and invites broader devotion and virtuous conduct in line with Sacred Heart teachings.

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

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