United StatesCongress would honor Peace Corps volunteers and celebrate its 65th anniversary
Congress would recognize nearly 250,000 Peace Corps volunteers for their service promoting peace, friendship, and development shaped by the communities they serve.
What it does
Congress would celebrate the Peace Corps’ 65th anniversary, honor its volunteers, and praise its mission. This recognition would not provide money or change the program.
Argument forCongressional recognition could draw attention to volunteers’ service and encourage more Americans to consider serving communities abroad.
Argument againstBecause it offers recognition without directing practical support, the resolution might have little direct effect on volunteers or the communities they serve.
More detail
Congress would celebrate the Peace Corps’ anniversary and honor its volunteers and mission. The recognition covers nearly 250,000 people who have served as Peace Corps volunteers. The resolution expresses recognition but does not provide money or require program changes. The celebration marks the 65th anniversary of the Peace Corps’ founding.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Sep 21Submitted in HouseLatest
- Sep 21Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.Introduced
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