HAPPY BIRTHDAY Budget Act
This bill prohibits federal funding for military parades in Washington D.C. primarily intended to celebrate a person's birthday, specifically referencing President Trump's 79th birthday on June 14, 2025 (coinciding with Army Day). It cites concerns about excessive costs ($92 million to military, $21 million in public safety expenses), potential damage to city infrastructure, and the lack of reimbursement for local costs. The bill encourages alternative birthday celebrations (like cake or golf) and humorously notes Congress extends birthday wishes via USPS, while affirming public funds should serve national well-being, not personal glorification.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
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Introduced Apr 9, 2025
Last action Apr 9, 2025
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Apr 9, 2025
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Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, 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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Apr 9, 2025
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Introduced in House
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1 primary · 14 co-sponsors
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Steve Cohen
DDemocratic
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Andrea Salinas
DDemocratic
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Bennie G. Thompson
DDemocratic
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Bonnie Watson Coleman
DDemocratic
Co
Daniel S. Goldman
DDemocratic
Co
Diana DeGette
DDemocratic
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Janice D. Schakowsky
DDemocratic
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Jared Huffman
DDemocratic
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Judy Chu
DDemocratic
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Lateefah Simon
DDemocratic
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Madeleine Dean
DDemocratic
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