Expressing support for the designation of Sunday, June 15, 2025, as "Father's Day".

Bill Number: H.Res. 512
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 1
Policy Area: Families
Status: Introduced
Latest Action: 2025-06-12: Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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: 2025-07-21T19:44:15Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

This House Resolution (H. Res. 512) expresses congressional support for designating Sunday, June 15, 2025, as "Father's Day." It highlights the vital role of fathers in families, communities, and society, while emphasizing the benefits of their involvement in child-rearing and advocating for supportive family policies.

Key Provisions

Background and Recognition: The resolution includes numerous "Whereas" clauses outlining the history of Father's Day (established as a national holiday in 1972), statistical facts about fathers (e.g., 6 in 10 adult men are fathers, and involved fathers spend nearly triple the time on child care since 1965), and the positive effects of fatherly involvement (e.g., better academic performance, emotional security, and self-esteem in children).
Policy Recommendations: It urges support for:
Universal paid family and medical leave to allow fathers time for caregiving.
Affordable, high-quality child care with fair wages for educators.
A permanent, fully inclusive, monthly child tax credit to provide financial resources for fathers raising children.
Resolved Actions: The House of Representatives:

Recognizes the essential role of fathers.
Encourages policies like paid leave, child care, and tax credits.
Acknowledges fathers as integral to families, workplaces, and society.
Supports the designation of Father's Day.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This is a non-binding resolution and introduces no changes to existing laws. Father's Day has been a permanent national holiday since 1972, when President Richard Nixon signed it into law, so the resolution reaffirms rather than alters this status.

Potential Impacts

On Citizens: Raises public awareness about fathers' contributions and the benefits of their active parenting, potentially encouraging greater family involvement and policy advocacy. It could indirectly support family well-being by promoting policies that improve child outcomes and parental health.
On Government Agencies: Minimal direct impact, as it is symbolic; however, it may influence congressional discussions or future legislation on family support programs under committees like Education and Workforce or Ways and Means.
On International Relations: None, as the resolution is focused solely on domestic U.S. family matters.

Main Stakeholders Affected

Fathers and Families: Primary beneficiaries, with emphasis on their recognition and support needs.
Children and Grandchildren: Highlighted through evidence of improved educational, emotional, and developmental outcomes.
Policymakers and Legislators: Encouraged to advance family-friendly policies like paid leave and tax credits.
Educators, Employers, and Communities: Indirectly affected by calls for better child care and workplace support for fathers.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal: As a simple resolution, it has no enforceable effect and does not require presidential approval or Senate concurrence. It serves as an expression of congressional sentiment rather than creating obligations.
Constitutional: No implications, as it aligns with Congress's broad authority to recognize holidays and issue non-binding statements under Article I.
Political: Reinforces bipartisan (though introduced by Democrats) support for family values and could build momentum for related bills on paid leave or child tax credits, without partisan controversy due to its celebratory nature.

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Sponsor

Rep. Gomez, Jimmy [D-CA-34]

Cosponsors (17)

Rep. Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2], Rep. Carson, André [D-IN-7], Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20], Rep. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17], Rep. Figures, Shomari [D-AL-2], Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10], Rep. Kennedy, Timothy M. [D-NY-26], Rep. Magaziner, Seth [D-RI-2], Rep. McGarvey, Morgan [D-KY-3], Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6], Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large], Rep. Subramanyam, Suhas [D-VA-10], Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-14], Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12], Rep. Vargas, Juan [D-CA-52], Rep. Veasey, Marc A. [D-TX-33], Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]

Recent Actions

2025-06-12: Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
2025-06-12: Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
2025-06-12: Submitted in House
2025-06-12: Submitted in House

Bill Versions

Expressing support for the designation of Sunday, June 15, 2025, as "Father’s Day". — issued 2025-06-12 — PDF (4 pages)