Urging the people of the United States to observe the month of October 2025 as Italian and Italian American Heritage Month.

House Resolution

H.Res. 813

119th Congress

Urging the people of the United States to observe the month of October 2025 as Italian and Italian American Heritage Month.

In Committee

Introduced:Oct 17, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Grace Meng

Representative

Democratic

NY-6

Cosponsors

1

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Health

Summary

This bill aims to designate October 2025 as Italian and Italian American Heritage Month. It seeks to raise awareness about a rare genetic condition called AADC Deficiency, which can affect a person's development, motor skills, growth, and cognitive abilities.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill aims to designate October 2025 as Italian and Italian American Heritage Month. It seeks to raise awareness about a rare genetic condition called AADC Deficiency, which can affect a person's development, motor skills, growth, and cognitive abilities.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution supports the designation of AADC Deficiency Awareness Day. Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency is a genetic condition that affects an individual's development, motor skills, growth, and cognitive skills.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Designates October 2025 as Italian and Italian American Heritage Month
Raises awareness about AADC Deficiency, a rare genetic condition that can impact a person's physical and cognitive development
Encourages the people of the United States to observe and celebrate the month

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this bill becomes law, it would bring national attention to Italian and Italian American heritage and culture. It would also raise awareness about AADC Deficiency, a rare genetic disorder that affects a small number of individuals. This could lead to increased research, support, and resources for those living with AADC Deficiency and their families.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Health

Related Subjects

Commemorative events and holidays

Hereditary and development disorders

Neurological disorders

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

813, 119th Congress (2025). "Urging the people of the United States to observe the month of October 2025 as Italian and Italian American Heritage Month.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-813