Expressing support for the recognition of August 17 through August 23, 2025, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.
- Bill Number
- H.Res. 649
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Labor and Employment
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2025-08-12: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Last Updated
- 2025-09-19T14:41:11Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This House Resolution (H. Res. 649) aims to express congressional support for designating August 17 through August 23, 2025, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week." It celebrates the contributions of workers in the logistics industry, highlighting their role in the U.S. economy and acknowledging their challenges.
Key Provisions
- Background Context (Whereas Clauses):
- Warehouse workers are vital to the U.S. economy, with over 1,800,000 employed in warehousing and storage (per Bureau of Labor Statistics data).
- The industry faces challenges like tariffs, supply chain disruptions, round-the-clock shifts with little rest, and hazardous summer heat (warehouses can reach 90°F).
- Warehouses in the Inland Empire region handle distribution for 40% of the nation's imports via Los Angeles and Long Beach ports.
- Workers support communities by managing supply chains, transporting goods, and handling inventory.
- Resolution Actions:
- Supports the goals of Warehouse Worker Recognition Week.
- Encourages greater public awareness of warehouse workers' contributions.
- Recognizes them as frontline workers.
- Commits the House to collaborate on reducing workplace injuries and addressing workers' needs.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This is a non-binding resolution, so it introduces no changes to existing laws or regulations. It serves as a symbolic statement of support rather than enforceable legislation.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: Minimal direct impact; it may prompt the Department of Labor or related agencies to highlight worker safety issues during the designated week, but no new mandates are created.
- On Citizens: Raises awareness among the public about the essential role and hardships of warehouse workers, potentially fostering greater appreciation or support for labor protections. No direct effects on individual rights or obligations.
- On International Relations: None; the resolution focuses on domestic logistics workers and U.S. economic contributions, without referencing foreign policy.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Primary: Warehouse workers and the broader logistics industry, who gain symbolic recognition for their efforts.
- Secondary: Sponsoring members of Congress (e.g., Mrs. Torres of California and cosponsors), labor advocacy groups, and communities in key areas like the Inland Empire, which rely on port-related distribution.
- Broader: Employers in warehousing, unions representing these workers, and the public benefiting from supply chain services.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal/Constitutional: No implications, as this is a simple resolution expressing opinion without legal force or affecting constitutional rights. It does not require presidential approval or create binding policy.
- Political: Demonstrates bipartisan or cross-party attention to labor issues, particularly worker safety and economic contributions in supply chains. It could signal potential future legislative priorities, such as heat protection or injury reduction measures, but remains symbolic for now.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]
Cosponsors (7)
Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39], Rep. Barragán, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44], Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-28], Rep. Garcia, Sylvia R. [D-TX-29], Rep. Lynch, Stephen F. [D-MA-8], Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20], Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6]
Recent Actions
- 2025-08-12: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 2025-08-12: Submitted in House
- 2025-08-12: Submitted in House
Bill Versions
- Expressing support for the recognition of August 17 through August 23, 2025, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry. — issued 2025-08-12 — PDF (2 pages)