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HRES 1404

Recognizing the 250th Anniversary of the United States and reaffirming the importance of prevention, public health, and access to healthcare.

119th Congress Introduced by Debbie Dingell

Declares the 250th anniversary a time to renew commitment to health, prevention, and access to care for a healthier, more resilient America.

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Bill Summary · HRES 1404

Summary of H.Res. 1404 (119th Congress, 2nd Session)

Purpose and intent

  • Declares recognition of the United States’ 250th Anniversary in 2026.
  • Reaffirms the importance of prevention, public health, and access to healthcare as foundational to a healthy nation.
  • Emphasizes that a healthy nation supports the rights enumerated in the Declaration of Independence (life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness).

Key provisions

  • The resolution expresses the House’s recognition of America’s 250th Anniversary as an opportunity to renew the nation’s commitment to health and prevention.
  • ItAffirms four main principles:
    • Prevention and access to healthcare contribute to a stronger, healthier, and more resilient nation.
    • Efforts should be encouraged to improve access to:
    • Preventive healthcare
    • Screenings
    • Health education
    • Clean air
    • Clean water
    • Healthy communities
    • A call for nationwide collaboration among Americans to build a healthier nation for the next 250 years.
  • The resolution states a sense of Congress that one of the greatest gifts to future generations is a healthier America.

Who/what is affected

  • Primarily a symbolic and aspirational measure; it does not impose new laws, funding, or regulatory changes.
  • Signals congressional priorities and encourages federal, state, local, and private sector actors to emphasize prevention, health education, environmental health (air and water), and access to preventive services.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced by Congresswoman Debbie Dingell.
  • Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce for consideration.
  • Date of introduction: June 30, 2026.
  • As a House Resolution (H.Res.), it does not become law but expresses the sentiments and policy stance of the House.

Potential impact

  • Serves to elevate public health prevention and access to care as national priorities around the 250th Anniversary milestone.
  • May influence future congressional or administrative actions by highlighting prevention and public health as essential components of national resilience and well-being.
  • Encourages public awareness, bipartisan dialogue, and cross-sector partnerships to improve preventive services and environmental health.

Note: The bill is primarily symbolic and does not include specific programs, funding, or enforceable mandates.

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

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