Recognizing August 4, 2026, National Night Out, the national coming together of Americans all over the Nation to unite and promote public safety.
Latest action (23 Jul 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
H.Res. 1457 is a symbolic resolution that formally recognizes August 4, 2026, as National Night Out, an annual event held on the first Tuesday of August to bring together residents and local law enforcement in support of public safety. The resolution notes that the event has grown over more than 40 years to involve over 38 million people in more than 17,000 communities across the country, including U.S. territories and military bases. It encourages law enforcement agencies to use the occasion to strengthen ties with the communities they serve, and asks public safety departments to educate residents on how to contact 911 and emergency responders and how those agencies carry out their duties.
The resolution primarily affects local law enforcement agencies, public safety departments, and community members who participate in National Night Out activities, though it imposes no legal requirements or funding—it simply expresses the House's support and encouragement. No individuals or entities face new obligations, penalties, or benefits as a result.
The bill was introduced on July 23, 2026, by Rep. Norma Torres of California, with Rep. Fitzpatrick as a cosponsor, and was referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. As a resolution of this type, if it moves forward it would need to be considered and passed by the full House; it does not require Senate action or the President's signature to take effect, since it expresses the House's sentiment rather than changing law.
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Official summary
This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on July 23, 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. 1457 do?
- H.Res. 1457 is a symbolic resolution that formally recognizes August 4, 2026, as National Night Out, an annual event held on the first Tuesday of August to bring together residents and local law enforcement in support of public safety. The resolution notes that the event has grown over more than 40 years to involve over 38 million people in more than 17,000 communities across the country, including U.S. territories and military bases. It encourages law enforcement agencies to use the occasion to strengthen ties with the communities they serve, and asks public safety departments to educate residents on how to contact 911 and emergency responders and how those agencies carry out their duties. The resolution primarily affects local law enforcement agencies, public safety departments, and community members who participate in National Night Out activities, though it imposes no legal requirements or funding—it simply expresses the House's support and encouragement. No individuals or entities face new obligations, penalties, or benefits as a result. The bill was introduced on July 23, 2026, by Rep. Norma Torres of California, with Rep. Fitzpatrick as a cosponsor, and was referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. As a resolution of this type, if it moves forward it would need to be considered and passed by the full House; it does not require Senate action or the President's signature to take effect, since it expresses the House's sentiment rather than changing law.
- Has H.Res. 1457 become law?
- Not yet. As of 23 Jul 2026, H.Res. 1457 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1457?
- H.Res. 1457 was sponsored by Rep. Norma Torres [D-CA35] (Democrat-CA), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1457?
- Introduced (23 Jul 2026).
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