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119th Congress
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HOUSEH.Res. 1269· 119th Congress

Resolution recognizing Cinco de Mayo's historical significance

Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of the Cinco de Mayo holiday.

Sponsor
Juan Vargas (D-CA)
Introduced
May 7, 2026
Last Action
May 7, 2026

Recorded legislative actions. Future votes are not implied.

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Introduced
May 7, 2026
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In Committee
May 7, 2026

AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Aug 7, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 15, 2026.

01 — The Text

What.

  • The resolution recognizes the historic struggle of the people of Mexico for independence and freedom
  • Cinco de Mayo commemorates this Mexican independence and freedom struggle
  • The resolution encourages people of the United States to observe Cinco de Mayo
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • This is a commemorative resolution with no binding legislative effect
  • No specific programs, funding, or policy changes are established by the official summary
  • The resolution does not create new legal obligations or requirements
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Resolution submitted in House on May 7, 2026
  • Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs on May 7, 2026
Legislative History

Actions.

  • May 7, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  • May 7, 2026 — Submitted in House
  • May 7, 2026 — Submitted in House
  • May 7, 2026 — Submitted in House