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Expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as ''National Physical Fitness and Sports Month''.

USA119th CongressHRES-1283| House 
| Updated: 5/13/2026
Marc A. Veasey

Marc A. Veasey

Democratic Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (5)
Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)Henry C. "Hank" Johnson (Democratic)Don Bacon (Republican)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution seeks to designate May 2026 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month" to address the significant public health challenge of obesity in the United States. It highlights concerning statistics, noting that the national obesity prevalence was 41.9 percent between 2017 and 2020, with particularly high rates among non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic adults, and affecting nearly 20 percent of children and adolescents. The resolution emphasizes that unhealthy eating habits and a lack of physical activity contribute to this epidemic, leading to serious health conditions like high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. It advocates for incorporating regular physical activity and healthy eating into daily life, citing benefits such as improved brain health, weight management, and reduced risk of chronic diseases. Ultimately, the House of Representatives supports this designation and efforts to educate the public on the importance of a healthy and nutritious lifestyle.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1259
Expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-359
Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".
May 13, 2026
Submitted in House
May 13, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1259
    Expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-359
    Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".


  • May 13, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • May 13, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as ''National Physical Fitness and Sports Month''.

USA119th CongressHRES-1283| House 
| Updated: 5/13/2026
This resolution seeks to designate May 2026 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month" to address the significant public health challenge of obesity in the United States. It highlights concerning statistics, noting that the national obesity prevalence was 41.9 percent between 2017 and 2020, with particularly high rates among non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic adults, and affecting nearly 20 percent of children and adolescents. The resolution emphasizes that unhealthy eating habits and a lack of physical activity contribute to this epidemic, leading to serious health conditions like high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. It advocates for incorporating regular physical activity and healthy eating into daily life, citing benefits such as improved brain health, weight management, and reduced risk of chronic diseases. Ultimately, the House of Representatives supports this designation and efforts to educate the public on the importance of a healthy and nutritious lifestyle.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1259
Expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-359
Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".
May 13, 2026
Submitted in House
May 13, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1259
    Expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-359
    Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".


  • May 13, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • May 13, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Marc A. Veasey

Marc A. Veasey

Democratic Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (5)
Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)Henry C. "Hank" Johnson (Democratic)Don Bacon (Republican)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

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