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Representative from Dickinson moves and House adopts resolution marking the nation's 250th anniversary
Summary
The Iowa House unanimously adopted House Resolution 116 recognizing the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding and urging Iowans and institutions to participate in commemorative events and bolster civics education.
The House of Representatives adopted House Resolution 116 recognizing the upcoming 200-and-fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the United States on July 4, 2026.
The mover, identified in the record as the Representative from Dickinson, read the resolution's text on the floor, which cited the Declaration of Independence and referenced principles of federalism and civic participation. The resolution "recognizes and commemorates the upcoming 200 and fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the United States of America on 07/04/2026," and "encourages all residents, communities, educational institutions, civic organizations, and businesses within Iowa to participate in commemorative events and activities." The mover formally moved adoption of the resolution.
The presiding officer called for the question. After the call for ayes and noes, the presiding officer announced, "The ayes appear to have it" and "the ayes do have it," and the resolution was adopted. No roll-call vote tally was recorded in the transcript.
The resolution also includes a directive encouraging educational institutions to enhance civics education so that future generations better understand civic participation and the principles of federalism. Members in the chamber offered congratulations after adoption.
The House took no further substantive action on the resolution at this session; it was adopted by voice vote and will stand as adopted pending any formal enrollment or publication processes required by House rules.
