Recognizing the eighth anniversary of Hurricane Maria's destruction of Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands.

House Resolution

H.Res. 724

119th Congress

Recognizing the eighth anniversary of Hurricane Maria's destruction of Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands.

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 16, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Ed Case

Representative

Democratic

HI-1

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Sports and Recreation

Summary

This resolution honors the life and legacy of Jack Trice, the first African-American student-athlete at Iowa State University. It recognizes Trice's contributions and the impact he had on the university and its sports programs.

Latest Action

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4954-4955)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution honors the life and legacy of Jack Trice, the first African-American student-athlete at Iowa State University. It recognizes Trice's contributions and the impact he had on the university and its sports programs.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution honors the life and legacy of Jack Trice (Iowa State University's first African-American student-athlete).</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution recognizes the 8th anniversary of Hurricane Maria's destruction of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
It honors the life and legacy of Jack Trice, Iowa State University's first African-American student-athlete.
The resolution highlights Trice's contributions and the impact he had on the university and its sports programs.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this resolution would pay tribute to Jack Trice and raise awareness of his historic role at Iowa State University. It would also acknowledge the ongoing recovery efforts in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands following Hurricane Maria. The resolution would not directly change any laws or policies, but would serve as a symbolic recognition of these important issues.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Sports and Recreation

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

724, 119th Congress (2025). "Recognizing the eighth anniversary of Hurricane Maria's destruction of Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-724