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House resolution commemorates the Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities

Original title: A resolution commemorating the Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities, and for other purposes.

Last action · June 10, 2026: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.Sponsors: Jim Costa and 4 others

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What This Bill Would Do

This resolution formally recognizes the Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities as a day of celebration for Portuguese heritage and contributions. It serves as an official expression of congressional recognition for the cultural significance of the date.

Why it matters

The resolution provides official federal acknowledgment of the Portuguese-American community's cultural history and their ongoing contributions to the United States.

Who It Would Affect

Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Portuguese-American community

The community is the subject of the formal congressional recognition and commemoration.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this resolution do?
It is a formal statement of recognition by the House of Representatives honoring the Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities.
Does this resolution change any laws?
No, this is a commemorative resolution and does not alter federal statutes or create new binding regulations.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

2 actions
  1. Jun 10, 2026HouseCommittee
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  2. Jun 10, 2026House
    Submitted in House

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Standard Commemorative Practice

The resolution follows the standard legislative pattern of using HRES identifiers for symbolic or commemorative acts.

Connected Entities

House Committee on Foreign Affairs, Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities
OrganizationHouse Committee on Foreign Affairs“The committee to which the resolution was referred for review.”Map →
otherDay of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities“The specific cultural holiday being commemorated by the resolution.”Map →

Sources

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www.congress.gov

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