Expressing support for the month of May as "Fallen Heroes Memorial Month".
- Bill Number
- H.Res. 373
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2025-05-01: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Last Updated
- 2025-07-03T20:18:16Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This House Resolution (H. Res. 373) aims to honor U.S. Armed Forces members who died in service by expressing congressional support for designating the month of May as "Fallen Heroes Memorial Month." It builds on the tradition of Memorial Day to recognize the sacrifices made for national liberty since the nation's founding.
Key Provisions
- Historical Context: The resolution includes "Whereas" clauses highlighting key facts, such as over 1,300,000 service members who have died in service; quotes from Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Harry S. Truman emphasizing gratitude to soldiers; and the evolution of Memorial Day (originally Decoration Day) from a Civil War commemoration to a federal holiday in 1971 honoring all fallen military personnel.
- Actions by the House of Representatives:
- Honors the more than 1,300,000 veterans who gave their lives in service.
- Recognizes and offers prayers for the families and loved ones of fallen heroes.
- Urges the American people to reflect on the contributions of these heroes and honor their memory by securing liberty.
- Requests that the President issue an annual proclamation designating May as "Fallen Heroes Memorial Month," affirming national gratitude, and calling on citizens to remember fallen heroes through volunteering and supporting veteran service organizations.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This is a non-binding resolution, not a law or bill that amends statutes. It does not introduce any legal changes but reinforces existing traditions around Memorial Day without altering federal holidays or observances.
Potential Impacts
- On Citizens: Encourages public reflection, volunteering, and support for veteran organizations, potentially increasing community engagement and awareness of military sacrifices during May.
- On Government Agencies: Minimal direct impact; the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Services committees may reference it in educational or commemorative efforts, but no new mandates are created.
- On International Relations: None; the focus is domestic and historical, centered on U.S. military service.
- Overall, the impact is largely symbolic, promoting national unity and gratitude without enforceable requirements.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Families and Loved Ones of Fallen Service Members: Directly recognized and supported through prayers and calls for honor.
- Veterans and Active-Duty Military Personnel: Honored collectively for their sacrifices.
- American Public: Urged to participate in remembrance activities, volunteering, and supporting veteran causes.
- Veteran Service Organizations: Benefited by the call for public support and volunteering.
- The President and Congress: Involved in issuing proclamations and passing the resolution, with bipartisan sponsorship from House members.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: As a simple resolution, it has no binding force and does not require Senate approval or presidential signature; it expresses the House's sentiment only.
- Constitutional: Aligns with Congress's implied powers to honor national service under Article I, but introduces no challenges or expansions to constitutional authority.
- Political: Demonstrates bipartisan support (sponsored by members from both parties) for military remembrance, potentially fostering goodwill toward veterans' issues; it was referred to the Committees on Armed Services and Veterans' Affairs for review, signaling potential for broader congressional focus on related topics.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (11)
Rep. Crenshaw, Dan [R-TX-2], Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14], Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24], Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1], Rep. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5], Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22], Rep. Luttrell, Morgan [R-TX-8], Rep. Webster, Daniel [R-FL-11], Rep. Van Orden, Derrick [R-WI-3], Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11], Rep. Edwards, Chuck [R-NC-11]
Recent Actions
- 2025-05-01: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2025-05-01: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2025-05-01: Submitted in House
- 2025-05-01: Submitted in House
Bill Versions
- Expressing support for the month of May as "Fallen Heroes Memorial Month". — issued 2025-05-01 — PDF (3 pages)