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".
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Latest Action · October 6, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.Res. 789 is a symbolic resolution expressing congressional support for celebrating Columbus Day on the second Monday in October and recognizing Christopher Columbus's historical significance to Italian-Americans. The resolution honors Columbus for his 1492 voyage to the Americas and emphasizes his importance as a cultural figure and hero within the Italian-American community. This is a non-binding measure that does not change federal law or allocate any funding—it simply states the House's support for recognizing Columbus Day and acknowledging the contributions of Italian-Americans to American society. The resolution was introduced in October 2025 and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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