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H.J.Res. 136·119th Congress·Introduced Jan 6, 2026

Amending title 36, United States Code, to direct the President to issue an annual proclamation establishing Democracy Day.

IntroducedGovernment Operations and PoliticsNarrow
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Sponsor
Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6]
Committees
Oversight and Government Reform Committee (primary)
Last action
Jan 6, 2026

Bottom line

This bill directs the President to annually proclaim a "Democracy Day" to encourage national observance and educational engagement with democratic principles.

What it actually does

This joint resolution amends title 36, United States Code, to mandate that the President annually issue a proclamation designating a day as "Democracy Day." The proclamation would also call upon State and local governments, the people of the United States, and educational authorities to observe this day with appropriate programs and activities.

Section 149 of chapter 1 of title 36, United States Code

Establishment of Annual Democracy Day Proclamation

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This provision directs the President to issue an annual proclamation. This proclamation would officially designate a specific day each year as "Democracy Day." It further instructs the President to urge State and local governments, the public, and civil and educational institutions to observe this designated day through appropriate programs and activities, thereby fostering a national recognition and celebration of democratic values and traditions.

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