Recognizing on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government through statehood for active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, reservists, veterans, and their families who are residents of the District of Columbia.

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The House resolution acknowledges that active‑duty service members, National Guard, reservists, veterans and their families who live in the District of Columbia do not have voting representation in Congress or full local self‑government. It calls on the House to recognize this denial on Memorial Day, May 25 2026, and to support passage of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act. The measure highlights the historical military contributions of DC residents.

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