United StatesSenate would recognize October 2026 as Filipino American History Month
The resolution would celebrate Filipino Americans’ contributions and encourage people nationwide to reflect on their history and culture during October 2026.
What it does
The Senate would recognize October 2026 as Filipino American History Month and urge people nationwide to observe it through voluntary programs and activities.
Argument forEncouraging community programs could help more people learn about Filipino Americans’ history and contributions to the United States.
Argument againstVoluntary observances might do little to reach people unfamiliar with Filipino American history if few local groups choose to participate.
More detail
The Senate would recognize Filipino American History Month and urge people nationwide to observe it. Filipino Americans would be honored for their history, culture, and contributions to the United States. The call for programs and activities would be voluntary. The recognition and observances would cover October 2026.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Adopted
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Sep 30Submitted in SenateLatest
- Sep 30Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S5265-5266)Introduced
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