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Expressing support for the recognition of August 17 through August 23, 2025, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.

USA119th CongressHRES-649| House 
| Updated: 8/12/2025
Norma J. Torres

Norma J. Torres

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (7)
Sylvia R. Garcia (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Stephen F. Lynch (Democratic)Mark Takano (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)Grace Meng (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Education and Workforce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution seeks to establish August 17 through August 23, 2025, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week" to celebrate the vital contributions of workers in the logistics industry. It highlights that over 1.8 million warehouse workers are crucial for supporting the United States economy and maintaining the supply chain, especially given impacts from tariffs and disruptions. The resolution acknowledges the challenging conditions faced by these front-line workers , including long hours and dangerously hot environments, particularly in key distribution hubs like the Inland Empire. By supporting this recognition week, the House of Representatives aims to increase public awareness of their essential role in transporting goods and processing inventory. Furthermore, it recommits to working collaboratively to reduce injuries and better support the needs of these indispensable workers.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-1322
Expressing support for the recognition of August 14 through August 20, 2022, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1414
Expressing support for the recognition of August 18th through August 24, 2024, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-653
Expressing support for the recognition of August 13th through August 19, 2023, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.
Aug 12, 2025
Submitted in House
Aug 12, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-1322
    Expressing support for the recognition of August 14 through August 20, 2022, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1414
    Expressing support for the recognition of August 18th through August 24, 2024, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-653
    Expressing support for the recognition of August 13th through August 19, 2023, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.


  • August 12, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • August 12, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Labor and Employment

Expressing support for the recognition of August 17 through August 23, 2025, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.

USA119th CongressHRES-649| House 
| Updated: 8/12/2025
This resolution seeks to establish August 17 through August 23, 2025, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week" to celebrate the vital contributions of workers in the logistics industry. It highlights that over 1.8 million warehouse workers are crucial for supporting the United States economy and maintaining the supply chain, especially given impacts from tariffs and disruptions. The resolution acknowledges the challenging conditions faced by these front-line workers , including long hours and dangerously hot environments, particularly in key distribution hubs like the Inland Empire. By supporting this recognition week, the House of Representatives aims to increase public awareness of their essential role in transporting goods and processing inventory. Furthermore, it recommits to working collaboratively to reduce injuries and better support the needs of these indispensable workers.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-1322
Expressing support for the recognition of August 14 through August 20, 2022, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1414
Expressing support for the recognition of August 18th through August 24, 2024, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-653
Expressing support for the recognition of August 13th through August 19, 2023, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.
Aug 12, 2025
Submitted in House
Aug 12, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-1322
    Expressing support for the recognition of August 14 through August 20, 2022, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1414
    Expressing support for the recognition of August 18th through August 24, 2024, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-653
    Expressing support for the recognition of August 13th through August 19, 2023, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", the national event celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.


  • August 12, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • August 12, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Norma J. Torres

Norma J. Torres

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (7)
Sylvia R. Garcia (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Stephen F. Lynch (Democratic)Mark Takano (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)Grace Meng (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Education and Workforce Committee

Labor and Employment

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