This resolution expresses strong support for the designation of an Iranian American Heritage Month . It aims to acknowledge the substantial contributions Iranian Americans have made across various sectors, including the nation's culture, economy, science, medicine, and technology. The resolution encourages the people of the United States to observe this heritage month through appropriate programs, activities, and celebrations, such as the "Nowruz" new year celebration. Furthermore, the resolution highlights the diverse and impactful presence of Iranian Americans, who constitute the largest diaspora community globally, with significant business ownership rates and contributions to public service and the military. It also underscores their resilience, noting that many have overcome hardships as immigrants and refugees fleeing the Islamic Republic. The resolution concludes by affirming continued solidarity with Iranian Americans and the Iranian people in their ongoing fight for a free and democratic Iran .
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Submitted in House
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1196)
Submitted in House
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1196)
Arts, Culture, Religion
Expressing support for designating Iranian American Heritage Month.
USA119th CongressHRES-243| House
| Updated: 3/24/2025
This resolution expresses strong support for the designation of an Iranian American Heritage Month . It aims to acknowledge the substantial contributions Iranian Americans have made across various sectors, including the nation's culture, economy, science, medicine, and technology. The resolution encourages the people of the United States to observe this heritage month through appropriate programs, activities, and celebrations, such as the "Nowruz" new year celebration. Furthermore, the resolution highlights the diverse and impactful presence of Iranian Americans, who constitute the largest diaspora community globally, with significant business ownership rates and contributions to public service and the military. It also underscores their resilience, noting that many have overcome hardships as immigrants and refugees fleeing the Islamic Republic. The resolution concludes by affirming continued solidarity with Iranian Americans and the Iranian people in their ongoing fight for a free and democratic Iran .