Expressing support for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, to be held in the District of Columbia in August 2026.
Latest action (22 Jul 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
**What the bill would do:** H.Res. 1449 is a simple House resolution expressing support for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, an INDYCAR race scheduled to be held August 21–23, 2026, in Washington, D.C., near the National Mall. The resolution states it would be the first motor race ever held in the nation's capital and frames it as part of celebrations marking America's 250th birthday. It also recognizes the broader history and cultural significance of American INDYCAR racing, citing figures such as A.J. Foyt and Mario Andretti and events like the Indianapolis 500. The resolution does not create laws, allocate funding, or impose any regulations.
**Who it affects:** As a resolution rather than legislation with legal force, it does not directly regulate any individuals, businesses, or agencies. It is essentially a statement of the House's opinion, relevant to race organizers, motorsports fans, and residents or officials in the District of Columbia connected to the event.
**Status and next steps:** The resolution was introduced on July 22, 2026, by Rep. Jefferson Shreve (R-IN) along with several cosponsors, and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. For it to have any effect, the committee would need to act on it, and the full House would need to vote to adopt it. As of the latest action, it remains in the introductory stage with no further action recorded.
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Official summary
This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on July 22, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1449 do?
- **What the bill would do:** H.Res. 1449 is a simple House resolution expressing support for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, an INDYCAR race scheduled to be held August 21–23, 2026, in Washington, D.C., near the National Mall. The resolution states it would be the first motor race ever held in the nation's capital and frames it as part of celebrations marking America's 250th birthday. It also recognizes the broader history and cultural significance of American INDYCAR racing, citing figures such as A.J. Foyt and Mario Andretti and events like the Indianapolis 500. The resolution does not create laws, allocate funding, or impose any regulations. **Who it affects:** As a resolution rather than legislation with legal force, it does not directly regulate any individuals, businesses, or agencies. It is essentially a statement of the House's opinion, relevant to race organizers, motorsports fans, and residents or officials in the District of Columbia connected to the event. **Status and next steps:** The resolution was introduced on July 22, 2026, by Rep. Jefferson Shreve (R-IN) along with several cosponsors, and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. For it to have any effect, the committee would need to act on it, and the full House would need to vote to adopt it. As of the latest action, it remains in the introductory stage with no further action recorded.
- Has H.Res. 1449 become law?
- Not yet. As of 22 Jul 2026, H.Res. 1449 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1449?
- H.Res. 1449 was sponsored by Rep. Jefferson Shreve [R-IN6] (Republican-IN), with 9 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1449?
- Introduced (22 Jul 2026).
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