HRES 838 United States House · 119th Congress

Commemorating the annual celebration of Día de los Muertos in the United States and around the world.

House Resolution 838 recognizes Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) as an annual celebration honoring deceased loved ones, particularly within Mexican-American, Latino, and Indigenous communities. The resolution acknowledges the holiday's cultural significance, including its historical roots and role in fostering family bonds, and expresses solidarity with families who have lost loved ones, especially those who died in immigration custody. It urges federal agencies to ensure humane treatment of individuals in immigration custody during cultural observances but does not create new legal requirements or policy changes. As a commemorative resolution, it serves only to symbolically affirm the holiday's importance without altering laws or funding.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Oct 2025
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Introduced Oct 28, 2025 Last action Oct 28, 2025