Expressing support for the designation of May 4, 2026, as a "National Day of Reason" and recognizing the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.

This resolution states that the House of Representatives supports designating May 4, 2026, as a "National Day of Reason." It encourages all people in the United States to observe the day and to recognize the importance of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry in solving social problems. The resolution's background statements cite the Constitution's religion clauses and quotes from James Madison and Thomas Paine. It does not create any law, funding, or legal requirement.

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Sponsors

• Jamie Raskin Democrat sponsor
• 8 cosponsors