Ed Case (D-HI)
Expressing support for the recognition of the month of October 2025 as Filipino American History Month and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the United States.
A Democratic resolution with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 19 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for recognizing October 2025 as Filipino American History Month. It aims to celebrate the history, culture, and various contributions of Filipino Americans to the United States. The text highlights the longstanding presence and service of the Filipino-American community, including their roles in the Armed Forces and the healthcare system. It also notes historical achievements in politics, labor movements, and athletics. Finally, the resolution encourages the public to observe the month through various programs and activities.
Yes· 3 of 7
- Scored +5
Would Asian Americans be better off under this?
The resolution celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of the Filipino American community.
- Scored +5
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?
The resolution recognizes the historic contributions and presence of the Filipino American community to the United States.
- Scored +4
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The resolution recognizes the longstanding history of service by Filipinos in the United States Armed Forces.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Contributions: The resolution recognizes the economic, cultural, social, and other notable contributions made by Filipino Americans to the development of the United States (Whereas clause).
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Educational Opportunities: The resolution promotes the study of Filipino-American history and culture to provide all people in the United States an opportunity to learn more and appreciate historic contributions (Section 1, Part C).
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Youth Development: The resolution aims to provide Filipino-American youth with positive role models to instill the significance of education and the value of their legacy (Whereas clause).
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Community Celebration: The resolution urges the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities (Section 2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Historical Loss of Benefits: The text notes that a guarantee to pay back the service of Filipinos through veterans benefits was reversed by the First and Second Supplemental Surplus Appropriation Rescission Acts of 1946, which resulted in certain members not qualifying for specific benefits (Whereas clause).
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Recovery Challenges: The text mentions that Filipinos in Lahaina continue to face challenges recovering from the 2023 wildfires due in part to a lack of language accessible resources (Whereas clause).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — The resolution celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of the Filipino American community. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The resolution recognizes the longstanding history of service by Filipinos in the United States Armed Forces. Would children be better off under this? — The resolution aims to provide Filipino-American youth with positive role models to instill the value of their legacy. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution encourages the study of Filipino-American history and culture to promote educational opportunities.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution recognizes the historic contributions and presence of the Filipino American community to the United States.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The resolution highlights the historical service and importance of Filipino veterans in the United States Armed Forces.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster? — The resolution acknowledges the ongoing recovery challenges faced by Filipinos following the 2023 Maui wildfires.
- 10/21/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/17/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 10/14/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/8/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 10/3/2025
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 9/30/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 10 Cosponsors added.
10 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-HRES-1593: Recognizing the month of October 2026 as Filipino American History Month and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the United States.
- 119-SRES-423: A resolution recognizing the month of October 2025 as Filipino American History Month and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the United States.
- 118-HRES-744 (not yet synced)
- 118-HRES-1504 (not yet synced)
- 118-SRES-382 (not yet synced)
- 118-SRES-856 (not yet synced)
- 117-HRES-724 (not yet synced)
- 117-HRES-1449 (not yet synced)
- 117-SRES-432 (not yet synced)
- 117-SRES-825 (not yet synced)
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