SRES501-119

Introduced

A resolution recognizing National Native American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritages and cultures of Native Americans and the contributions of Native Americans to the United States.

119th Congress Introduced Nov 18, 2025

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Summary

What This Bill Does

This is a Senate resolution recognizing November 2025 as National Native American Heritage Month. It also formally designates the Friday after Thanksgiving as Native American Heritage Day and encourages all Americans to participate in appropriate observance programs and activities.

Who Benefits and How

Native Americans benefit from increased national recognition of their heritage, culture, and historical contributions to the United States. This official Senate acknowledgment elevates visibility and promotes broader public appreciation of Native American communities and traditions.

The general public benefits through encouraged participation in cultural and educational activities that foster understanding of Native American history and contributions.

Who Bears the Burden and How

This is a symbolic resolution with no regulatory requirements, mandates, or funding provisions. No individuals, organizations, or government entities face any new obligations, costs, or restrictions.

Key Provisions

  • Officially recognizes November 2025 as National Native American Heritage Month
  • Affirms the Friday after Thanksgiving as Native American Heritage Day, consistent with the Native American Heritage Day Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-33)
  • Encourages Americans to observe these occasions with appropriate programs and activities

Evidence Chain:

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At a Glance

What This Bill Does

This bill aims to recognize National Native American Heritage Month in November 2025, celebrating the heritage, culture, and contributions of Native Americans to the United States.

Key Policy Areas

Culture, Heritage

Primary Purpose

This bill aims to recognize National Native American Heritage Month in November 2025, celebrating the heritage, culture, and contributions of Native Americans to the United States.

Policy Domains

Culture Heritage

Legislative Progress

Introduced
Introduced Committee Passed
Nov 18, 2025

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment …

Nov 18, 2025

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and …

Nov 18, 2025

Introduced in Senate

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Domains
Culture

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