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Establishing Democracy Day: A New Annual Observance

This bill proposes establishing an annual Democracy Day to commemorate the importance of democracy and the peaceful transfer of power. The President would issue a proclamation, encouraging local governments and citizens to organize appropriate educational programs and activities. This aims to strengthen civic awareness and highlight democratic values.
Key points
Establishes a new, annual holiday – Democracy Day.
The President will call for its observance through educational programs and activities at state and local levels.
The goal is to emphasize the importance of democracy and the peaceful transfer of power.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HJRES_68
Sponsor: Rep. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3]
Process start date: 2022-01-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Amending title 36, United States Code, to direct the President to issue an annual proclamation establishing Democracy Day.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HJRES_68.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-01-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a new, annual holiday – Democracy Day.
  • The President will call for its observance through educational programs and activities at state and local levels.
  • The goal is to emphasize the importance of democracy and the peaceful transfer of power.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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