Proposed
Resolution · 119th Congress · HCONRES 119
Celebrating the 65th anniversary of the establishment of the Peace Corps, and commending its volunteers and contributions to global peace, friendship, and development.
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Introduced 2026-09-21Summary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis concurrent resolution would have Congress mark the 65th anniversary of the Peace Corps, which was established on March 1, 1961. It states that nearly 250,000 Americans have served as Peace Corps volunteers in 144 countries in areas such as education, health, agriculture, and the environment. The resolution would honor those volunteers and commend the Peace Corps' mission. It does not create new programs, spending, or legal requirements.
Sponsors
- John Garamendi Democrat sponsor
- 20 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-21 | House | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | refer |
| 2026-09-21 | Submitted in House | introduce | |
| 2026-09-21 | Submitted in House | introduce |