H.Res. 505

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 505 Introduced in House (IH)]

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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 505

Recognizing June 12, 2025, as this year's observance of ``Philippines 
Independence Day'' to honor the 127th anniversary of the independence 
of the Philippines.

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

June 11, 2025

Mr. Moylan (for himself, Mr. Scott of Virginia, Mrs. Kim, Mr. Case, Ms. 
King-Hinds, and Mrs. Radewagen) submitted the following resolution; 
which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs

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RESOLUTION

Recognizing June 12, 2025, as this year's observance of ``Philippines 
Independence Day'' to honor the 127th anniversary of the independence 
of the Philippines.

Whereas Congress commends the people of the Philippines for enduring through 
struggle and hardship;
Whereas Congress supports increased public awareness of the events surrounding 
the Philippine Declaration of Independence, and the vibrant and 
beautiful culture of the Philippines; and
Whereas Congress supports the continuing development of the Filipino American 
community as an integral part of America's cultural fabric: Now, 
therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) recognizes the historic significance of the 127th 
anniversary of the sovereign and independent country of the 
Philippines on June 12, 1898;
(2) reaffirms the bonds of friendship and cooperation which 
have existed between the United States and the Philippines and 
commits to strengthening those bonds;
(3) reaffirms its support for the Philippines to defend its 
internal security from terrorism;
(4) reaffirms its enduring support for the Philippines;
(5) recognizes the courage and bravery of the Filipino and 
Filipino American servicemen and servicewomen who have fought 
alongside and in the United States Armed Forces; and
(6) supports the recognition of ``Philippines Independence 
Day''.
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