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Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.

USA119th CongressHRES-149| House 
| Updated: 2/21/2025
Grace Meng

Grace Meng

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (5)
Juan Vargas (Democratic)Dina Titus (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)James P. McGovern (Democratic)Yvette D. Clarke (Democratic)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' strong support for the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day . It emphasizes the critical importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage, particularly through educational initiatives. The resolution notes that UNESCO established this day in 1999 to promote linguistic diversity and multilingualism, with February 21 commemorating a 1952 protest for language recognition in Bangladesh. It highlights the alarming rate at which languages are becoming endangered or extinct globally, including many Native North American languages within the United States. By supporting this day, the resolution aims to foster dignity, peace, and understanding, and encourages all people in the United States to observe International Mother Language Day with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 116-139
Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-138
Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-148
Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 115-141
Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.
Feb 21, 2025
Submitted in House
Feb 21, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 116-139
    Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-138
    Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-148
    Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-141
    Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.


  • February 21, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • February 21, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Arts, Culture, Religion

Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.

USA119th CongressHRES-149| House 
| Updated: 2/21/2025
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' strong support for the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day . It emphasizes the critical importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage, particularly through educational initiatives. The resolution notes that UNESCO established this day in 1999 to promote linguistic diversity and multilingualism, with February 21 commemorating a 1952 protest for language recognition in Bangladesh. It highlights the alarming rate at which languages are becoming endangered or extinct globally, including many Native North American languages within the United States. By supporting this day, the resolution aims to foster dignity, peace, and understanding, and encourages all people in the United States to observe International Mother Language Day with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 116-139
Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-138
Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-148
Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 115-141
Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.
Feb 21, 2025
Submitted in House
Feb 21, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 116-139
    Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-138
    Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-148
    Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-141
    Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.


  • February 21, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • February 21, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Grace Meng

Grace Meng

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (5)
Juan Vargas (Democratic)Dina Titus (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)James P. McGovern (Democratic)Yvette D. Clarke (Democratic)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

Arts, Culture, Religion

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