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Committee advances measure honoring Irish and Irish‑American contributions, places it on consent calendar

Government Operations and Political Subdivisions Standing Committee · February 13, 2026
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Senator Harper introduced SJR 13 to recognize Irish and Irish‑American contributions and to encourage stronger trade ties; the Government Operations committee favorably recommended the resolution and placed it on the consent calendar.

Senator Harper introduced Senate Joint Rule 13, a resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States and highlighting Irish and Irish‑American contributions to the nation’s early history and commerce. Harper said the measure acknowledges historical links — including signers of the Declaration of Independence with Irish heritage and…

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