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H.Res. 1593 · 119th Congress

Recognizing the month of October 2026 as Filipino American History Month and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the United States.

IntroducedArts, Culture, Religion
IntroducedOct 1, 2026
Passed HouseNot yet

Where it stands

Introduced. Latest step, Oct 1, 2026: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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  1. Oct 1, 2026Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.House floor actions
  2. Oct 1, 2026Submitted in HouseLibrary of Congress
  3. Oct 1, 2026Submitted in HouseLibrary of Congress

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Cosponsors

  • Yassamin Ansari D-AZ-3
  • Nanette Diaz Barragán D-CA-44
  • Wesley Bell D-MO-1
  • André Carson D-IN-7
  • Judy Chu D-CA-28
  • Steven Horsford D-NV-4
  • Ro Khanna D-CA-17
  • Kimberlyn King-Hinds R-MP-At Large
  • Raja Krishnamoorthi D-IL-8
  • Ted Lieu D-CA-36
  • Grace Meng D-NY-6
  • Dave Min D-CA-47
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  • James C. Moylan R-GU-At Large
  • Kevin Mullin D-CA-15
  • Robert C. "Bobby" Scott D-VA-3
  • Brad Sherman D-CA-32
  • Lateefah Simon D-CA-12
  • Dina Titus D-NV-1
  • Jill N. Tokuda D-HI-2
  • Derek Tran D-CA-45
  • Juan Vargas D-CA-52