A resolution commemorating the Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities, and for other purposes.
- Bill Number
- H.Res. 1356
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- International Affairs
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-06-10: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-26T21:02:58Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose This resolution commemorates the Day of Portugal, Camoes, and the Portuguese Communities, honoring the legacy of poet Luis Vaz de Camoes and celebrating Portuguese heritage and culture.
Key Provisions
- Recognizes and commemorates the Day of Portugal, Camoes, and the Portuguese Communities on June 10 each year.
- Recognizes and honors the contributions of Portuguese Americans to society.
- Reaffirms the commitment to the partnership between the United States and Portugal, noting Portugal as the first neutral nation to establish diplomatic ties with the United States and its participation in the America250 celebration.
Significant Changes to Existing Law This resolution introduces no changes to existing law, as it is a non-binding commemorative measure rather than legislation that amends statutes or regulations.
Potential Impacts
- On citizens: Increases public awareness of Portuguese-American heritage among the approximately 1,300,000 Portuguese Americans and their descendants, particularly in communities in California, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Jersey.
- On international relations: Supports ongoing diplomatic friendship and alliance with Portugal through symbolic recognition.
Main Stakeholders
- Portuguese-American communities and organizations in the United States.
- The United States House of Representatives.
- The government and people of Portugal.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications The resolution carries no legal or constitutional implications, functioning solely as a symbolic expression of cultural appreciation and diplomatic goodwill without enforceable requirements or policy alterations.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (4)
Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22], Rep. Keating, William R. [D-MA-9], Rep. Trahan, Lori [D-MA-3], Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1]
Recent Actions
- 2026-06-10: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 2026-06-10: Submitted in House
Bill Versions
- A resolution commemorating the Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities, and for other purposes. — issued 2026-06-10 — PDF (2 pages)