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Bill Summary · HR 1296

Summary — H. Res. 1296

Title: Recognizing May 20, 2025, as Greater Houston Frontiers Club Day at the State Capitol
Bill type: House resolution (ceremonial designation)
Introduced: February 13, 2025
Status: Reported enrolled; Adopted by the House (June 1, 2025)

Purpose and intent

H. Res. 1296 is a ceremonial resolution designating May 20, 2025, as “Greater Houston Frontiers Club Day at the State Capitol.” Its purpose is to formally recognize the Greater Houston Frontiers Club and to mark a special observance/visit at the State Capitol on that date. The resolution is commemorative in nature and does not create legal rights, change statutes, or authorize spending.

Key provisions

  • Officially recognizes May 20, 2025, as Greater Houston Frontiers Club Day at the State Capitol.
  • Encourages Members, staff, and visitors to acknowledge and participate in the observance.
  • Does not appropriate funds, amend existing law, or direct agency action beyond customary coordination for commemorative events.

Who is affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Greater Houston Frontiers Club — the organization being honored and its members.
  • Secondary: Members of Congress, House staff, and Capitol visitors who may attend or participate in related activities on the designated date.
  • Government operations: Minimal operational effect; the House (and relevant Capitol offices) may provide routine logistical support for a commemorative event, but no new obligations or budgetary commitments are imposed.

Procedural and timeline notes

  • Introduced in the House: February 13, 2025; referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
  • Filed: May 19, 2025; referred to Local & Consent Calendars on May 21.
  • Considered May 30 on Local & Consent Calendars; placed on the Congratulatory & Memorial Resolutions Calendar and laid before the House on June 1.
  • Adopted by the House (nonrecord vote) and reported enrolled: June 1, 2025.

Sponsors and cosponsors

Lead sponsor listed: LaMonica McIver. A substantial list of cosponsors from across the House is included (examples: Christopher R. Deluzio; Kristen McDonald Rivet; Sylvia R. Garcia; Jahana Hayes; Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez; Rashida Tlaib; and many others). The resolution is broadly supported but remains a symbolic House action.

Impact

Symbolic recognition intended to honor the Greater Houston Frontiers Club and raise awareness of its activities. No legal, regulatory, or fiscal impacts are associated with passage.

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

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