HJRES 136·Federal·house
Amending title 36, United States Code, to direct the President to issue an annual proclamation establishing Democracy Day.
In CommitteeFiled Jan 6, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6] (D)
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Jan 6, 2026
Summary
The joint resolution adds a new section to Title 36 of the U.S. Code that tells the President to proclaim a Democracy Day each year. It asks state and local governments, schools and the public to mark the day with appropriate programs and activities. The measure seeks to honor democratic traditions, especially in light of the Jan 6, 2021 Capitol attack.
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