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Expressing support for designating September 12, 2025, as "The Day of the Bible" in the United States of America.

USA119th CongressHJRES-118| House 
| Updated: 9/2/2025
Michael Cloud

Michael Cloud

Republican Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (22)
Diana Harshbarger (Republican)Barry Moore (Republican)Jeff Crank (Republican)Elijah Crane (Republican)Mike Collins (Republican)Keith Self (Republican)Glenn Thompson (Republican)Pete Sessions (Republican)Brandon Gill (Republican)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)John Joyce (Republican)W. Gregory Steube (Republican)Gary J. Palmer (Republican)Mary E. Miller (Republican)Russell Fry (Republican)John W. Rose (Republican)John J. McGuire (Republican)Randy K. Sr. Weber (Republican)Ben Cline (Republican)Mark Harris (Republican)Josh Brecheen (Republican)Robert B. Aderholt (Republican)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This joint resolution aims to designate September 12, 2025, as "The Day of the Bible" in the United States, with an intention for annual observance. This date commemorates the historic approval by the Continental Congress in 1782 for the publication of the first complete English-language Bible printed in America, known as the "Aitken Bible." This event is highlighted as a significant milestone reflecting national resilience and spiritual heritage. The resolution expresses Congressional support for this designation and encourages schools, civic institutions, and community organizations to observe the day through educational, historical, and cultural programs. These activities are intended to highlight the Bible's enduring impact on the nation's past and present. Additionally, it mandates that the President shall issue an annual proclamation for "The Day of the Bible," inviting the public to participate in activities that recognize its significance.
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Timeline
Sep 2, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 2, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • September 2, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 2, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Government Operations and Politics

Expressing support for designating September 12, 2025, as "The Day of the Bible" in the United States of America.

USA119th CongressHJRES-118| House 
| Updated: 9/2/2025
This joint resolution aims to designate September 12, 2025, as "The Day of the Bible" in the United States, with an intention for annual observance. This date commemorates the historic approval by the Continental Congress in 1782 for the publication of the first complete English-language Bible printed in America, known as the "Aitken Bible." This event is highlighted as a significant milestone reflecting national resilience and spiritual heritage. The resolution expresses Congressional support for this designation and encourages schools, civic institutions, and community organizations to observe the day through educational, historical, and cultural programs. These activities are intended to highlight the Bible's enduring impact on the nation's past and present. Additionally, it mandates that the President shall issue an annual proclamation for "The Day of the Bible," inviting the public to participate in activities that recognize its significance.
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Timeline
Sep 2, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 2, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • September 2, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 2, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Michael Cloud

Michael Cloud

Republican Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (22)
Diana Harshbarger (Republican)Barry Moore (Republican)Jeff Crank (Republican)Elijah Crane (Republican)Mike Collins (Republican)Keith Self (Republican)Glenn Thompson (Republican)Pete Sessions (Republican)Brandon Gill (Republican)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)John Joyce (Republican)W. Gregory Steube (Republican)Gary J. Palmer (Republican)Mary E. Miller (Republican)Russell Fry (Republican)John W. Rose (Republican)John J. McGuire (Republican)Randy K. Sr. Weber (Republican)Ben Cline (Republican)Mark Harris (Republican)Josh Brecheen (Republican)Robert B. Aderholt (Republican)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

Government Operations and Politics

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted