Honoring and commemorating 200 years of historic contributions to American culture made by the city of Akron.

House Resolution

H.Res. 918

119th Congress

Honoring and commemorating 200 years of historic contributions to American culture made by the city of Akron.

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4975-4976)

Introduced:Dec 2, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Emilia Sykes

D - OH

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Government Operations and Politics

Summary

This resolution honors the city of Akron, Ohio on its 200th anniversary (founded December 6, 1825). It commemorates Akron's historic contributions including being the "Rubber Capital of the World," hosting Sojourner Truth's "Ain't I A Woman" speech in 1851, and serving as birthplace of notable figures including LeBron James and poet laureate Rita Dove.

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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4975-4976)

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution honors the city of Akron, Ohio on its 200th anniversary (founded December 6, 1825). It commemorates Akron's historic contributions including being the "Rubber Capital of the World," hosting Sojourner Truth's "Ain't I A Woman" speech in 1851, and serving as birthplace of notable figures including LeBron James and poet laureate Rita Dove.

Last updated: 12/27/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Akron founded December 6, 1825, named from Greek word for "summit"
Sojourner Truth delivered "Ain't I A Woman?" speech in Akron in 1851
John Brown harbored enslaved persons on Underground Railroad in Akron
Known as "Rubber Capital of the World" - headquarters for 4 tire companies
1936 Akron Rubber Strike led to union recognition after 5-week protest
Birthplace of LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Rita Dove, Judith Resnik

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Recognizes Akron's contributions to American labor, civil rights, sports, arts, and manufacturing history. Celebrates city's continuing role in polymer innovation through the Sustainable Polymers Tech Hub while honoring its legacy of fighting for economic and racial justice.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Government Operations and Politics

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

918, 119th Congress (2025). "Honoring and commemorating 200 years of historic contributions to American culture made by the city of Akron.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hres-918