Expressing support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his impact on the Italian-American community, and recognizing the second Monday in October as "Columbus Day".

House Resolution

H.Res. 789

119th Congress

Expressing support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his impact on the Italian-American community, and recognizing the second Monday in October as "Columbus Day".

In Committee

Introduced:Oct 10, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Jefferson Van Drew

R - NJ

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

International Affairs

Summary

This resolution expresses support for recognizing Christopher Columbus and his impact on the Italian-American community. It also calls for the second Monday in October to be designated as 'Columbus Day'.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution expresses support for recognizing Christopher Columbus and his impact on the Italian-American community. It also calls for the second Monday in October to be designated as 'Columbus Day'.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution condemns the actions of Hamas and affirms support for Israel's right to exist and defend itself. </p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution condemns the actions of Hamas and affirms support for Israel's right to exist and defend itself.
It calls for the federal government to recognize the second Monday in October as 'Columbus Day'.
The resolution highlights the importance of Christopher Columbus and his contributions to Italian-American heritage and culture.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this resolution is passed, it would officially designate the second Monday in October as 'Columbus Day' at the federal level. This would impact federal agencies and events, as well as potentially influence state and local governments to also recognize the holiday. The resolution would also serve to honor Christopher Columbus and his legacy within the Italian-American community.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

International Affairs

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

789, 119th Congress (2025). "Expressing support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his impact on the Italian-American community, and recognizing the second Monday in October as "Columbus Day".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-789