Commending Sail250® for its advancement of goodwill among nations, its dedication to continuing the legacy of commemorating the history of the United States, and its effort to educate the next generation of Americans about the Nation's maritime heritage.
HJRES 137 is a ceremonial joint resolution commending Sail250® for its work in promoting maritime heritage and international goodwill. It specifically recognizes Sail250®'s role in organizing events to celebrate the U.S. 250th anniversary of independence, including international tall ship gatherings in port cities like New Orleans, Norfolk, and New York. The resolution expresses congressional support for Sail250®'s efforts to educate Americans about maritime history and foster global naval camaraderie. It has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely offers symbolic recognition of Sail250®'s activities.
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Introduced Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 8, 2026
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
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Jan 7, 2026
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Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Nicole Malliotakis
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