Barry Moore (R-AL)
Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and the celebration's origins in Mobile, Alabama.
A Republican resolution with 2 Democratic cosponsors · See all 6 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes the cultural and historical importance of Mardi Gras. It highlights that the celebration has been held in Mobile, Alabama, since 1703. The text notes that these festivities mark the end of Carnival and the start of the Christian fasting season of Lent. Additionally, the resolution mentions that the celebration serves as a reminder of the original landing of French settlers in the Louisiana territory. Ultimately, the House of Representatives aims to recognize Mobile, Alabama, as the historic origin of the Mardi Gras celebration in the United States.
Yes· 3 of 4
- Scored +2
Would people in cities be better off under this?
The resolution highlights the cultural and historical importance of the festivities to the city of Mobile, Alabama.
- Scored +1
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
The resolution acknowledges the historical heritage of the region including the original French settlement.
- Scored +1
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The resolution is a formal congressional acknowledgment of local cultural history.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Recognition of Local History: The resolution recognizes the historic origin of Mardi Gras as being in Mobile, Alabama, which acknowledges the cultural and historical significance of the celebration to the community there.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are identified within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people in cities be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the cultural and historical importance of the festivities to the city of Mobile, Alabama. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The resolution acknowledges the historical heritage of the region including the original French settlement.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The resolution is a formal congressional acknowledgment of local cultural history.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion? — The resolution acknowledges the religious significance of Mardi Gras marking the start of the Christian season of Lent.
- 2/10/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 6 Cosponsors added.
Robert AderholtRepublican · Alabama
Shomari FiguresDemocrat · Alabama
Gary PalmerRepublican · Alabama
Mike RogersRepublican · Alabama
Terri SewellDemocrat · Alabama
Dale StrongRepublican · Alabama