Bill Sponsor
House Simple Resolution 322
117th Congress(2021-2022)
Expressing the Sense of Congress that the Eagle Staff shall be recognized as the first flag of the sovereign Native American Tribal nations and the first flag of the Americas, and to encourage programs promoting the cultural significance of the Eagle Staff.
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in House on Apr 16, 2021
Overview
Text
Introduced
Apr 16, 2021
Latest Action
Apr 19, 2021
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Simple Resolution
Simple Resolution
A form of legislative measure introduced and potentially acted upon by only one congressional chamber and used for the regulation of business only within the chamber of origin. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Res. or S.Res. Joint resolutions and concurrent resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
322
Congress
117
Policy Area
Native Americans
Native Americans
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting Native Americans, including Alaska Natives and Hawaiians, in a variety of domestic policy settings. This includes claims, intergovernmental relations, and Indian lands and resources.
Sponsorship by Party
Democrat
Illinois
House Votes (0)
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary

This resolution recognizes the Eagle Staff as the first flag of the sovereign Native American tribal nations and the First Nations. The resolution also encourages programs promoting cultural education of the significance of the Eagle Staff and expresses commitment to inclusiveness for all Native Americans and the traditions and symbolism of the Eagle Staff.

Text (1)
April 16, 2021
Actions (3)
04/19/2021
Referred to the Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States.
04/16/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
04/16/2021
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:48:29 PM