IndianaIndiana House recognizes two history groups and Declaration anniversary
The Indiana House recognizes the Daughters and Sons of the American Revolution and celebrates the Declaration’s 250th signing anniversary, which falls on August 2, 2026.
What it does
The Indiana House recognizes the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Sons of the American Revolution, while celebrating 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was signed.
Argument forRecognition could draw attention to the Daughters’ volunteer work, including support for service members, veterans, students, and schools.
Argument againstSome residents may feel excluded because the resolution recognizes groups tied to Revolutionary ancestry; DAR membership requires proof of descent from a patriot.
More detail
The Indiana House recognizes the Daughters of the American Revolution and the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, and celebrates the Declaration of Independence’s 250th signing anniversary. The recognition names the two national organizations, and the celebration marks the anniversary of the Declaration of Independence’s signing. The 250th anniversary of the signing falls on August 2, 2026.
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- Introduced
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History
- 2026
- Feb 2Representatives Miller D, Goss-Reaves, Clere added as coauthorsLatest
- Feb 2Representatives Behning, Novak R, Haggard, Heaton, Johnson B, Judy, King, Lauer, Ledbetter, Lindauer, Lucas, Morris, Moseley, Olthoff, Pressel, Teshka, Zimmerman added as coauthors
- Jan 28First reading: adoptedAdopted
- Jan 28Authored by Representative YocumIntroduced
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