Commemorating the centennial of Delta Air Lines.

Bill Number

H.Res. 226

Origin Chamber

House

Congress

119th Congress, Session 1

Policy Area

Transportation and Public Works

Status

Introduced

Latest Action

2025-03-14: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Last Updated

2025-04-21T13:14:12Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

This resolution (H. Res. 226) aims to formally recognize and celebrate the 100th anniversary of Delta Air Lines, marking it as the first U.S. airline to reach this milestone. It highlights the company's history, contributions to aviation, economy, and communities.

Key Provisions

• Historical Background: Notes Delta's founding on March 2, 1925, as Huff Daland Dusters (the world's first aerial crop-dusting company), its evolution into Delta Air Service with first flights in 1929, and its growth over a century.
• Current Operations: Describes Delta's scale, including a workforce of 100,000 supporting up to 5,000 daily flights for over 200 million travelers annually; hubs in eight states (Georgia, Massachusetts, New York, Washington, California, Michigan, Minnesota, Utah); and service to over 290 destinations on six continents.
• Economic and Community Role: Emphasizes Delta's role in connecting people globally, strengthening the U.S. economy and business environment, and its commitment to community partnerships where employees live and work.
• Achievements: Cites recent recognitions, such as being named North America's most on-time airline by Cirium, the top U.S. airline by the Wall Street Journal, the world's most admired airline by Fortune, and top-ranked on Time's World's Best Companies List.
• Resolution Actions: The House of Representatives (1) recognizes Delta for 100 years of connecting people worldwide and (2) commemorates its centennial.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

None. This is a non-binding commemorative resolution with no legal effect or amendments to statutes; it serves only as an expression of congressional acknowledgment.

Potential Impacts

• On Government Agencies: Minimal; it may foster positive relations between Congress and the aviation industry but imposes no obligations or funding requirements.
• On Citizens: Symbolic recognition could enhance public pride in U.S. aviation history and Delta's services, potentially indirectly benefiting travelers through morale boosts for the airline's workforce.
• On International Relations: Highlights Delta's global connectivity, which could subtly reinforce the U.S. as a key hub for international travel and business, though without direct policy changes.

Main Stakeholders Affected

• Delta Air Lines: Primary beneficiary, receiving official congressional tribute that validates its legacy and operations.
• Employees and Communities: Delta's 100,000 workers and the communities around its hubs (e.g., Atlanta, Georgia) are indirectly honored for their contributions.
• U.S. House of Representatives: Sponsors (bipartisan group led by Ms. Williams of Georgia) and the Committee on Energy and Commerce, which receives the resolution for review.
• Aviation Industry and Travelers: Broader recognition of the sector's economic role, affecting passengers and related businesses.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

• Legal/Constitutional: As a simple resolution, it requires only a House majority vote and does not need Senate approval or presidential signature; it aligns with Congress's constitutional power to express sentiments under Article I but creates no enforceable rights or duties.
• Political: Demonstrates bipartisan support (co-sponsors from both parties and multiple states), potentially signaling congressional appreciation for major U.S. corporations; it has no partisan controversy but underscores Georgia's influence due to Delta's headquarters there.

This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.

Sponsor

Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]

Cosponsors (22)

Rep. Jack, Brian [R-GA-3], Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1], Rep. Bishop, Sanford D. [D-GA-2], Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4], Rep. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-6], Rep. McCormick, Richard [R-GA-7], Rep. Collins, Mike [R-GA-10], Rep. Loudermilk, Barry [R-GA-11], Rep. Allen, Rick W. [R-GA-12], Rep. Scott, David [D-GA-13], Rep. Amodei, Mark E. [R-NV-2], Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1], Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24], Rep. Carter, Troy A. [D-LA-2], Rep. Nehls, Troy E. [R-TX-22], Rep. Soto, Darren [D-FL-9], Rep. Thanedar, Shri [D-MI-13], Rep. Yakym, Rudy [R-IN-2], Rep. Zinke, Ryan K. [R-MT-1], Rep. McClain, Lisa C. [R-MI-9], Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1], Rep. McDonald Rivet, Kristen [D-MI-8]

Recent Actions

• 2025-03-14: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
• 2025-03-14: Submitted in House
• 2025-03-14: Submitted in House

Bill Versions

• Commemorating the centennial of Delta Air Lines. — issued 2025-03-14 — PDF (2 pages)