Expressing support for July to be designated as "Disability Pride Month".
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (27 Jul 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
What this bill does
This House resolution expresses support for designating the month of July as "Disability Pride Month." It acknowledges the significant number of Americans with disabilities and highlights that people with disabilities contribute to various sectors of American life. The resolution also recognizes the ongoing risks of discrimination and isolation faced by this community and notes that "Disability Pride Month" is already observed in July by Americans nationwide.
If passed, this resolution would call upon the people of the United States, interest groups, and those affected by disabilities to observe "Disability Pride Month" with suitable celebrations and activities. It would also encourage an active role in preventing the exclusion and discrimination of people with disabilities.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Representative Betty McCollum and co-sponsored by several other representatives. It has been referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. As a resolution, it does not require presidential signature to become law but is a statement of the House's position.
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Timeline
27 Jul 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1463 do?
- This House resolution expresses support for designating the month of July as "Disability Pride Month." It acknowledges the significant number of Americans with disabilities and highlights that people with disabilities contribute to various sectors of American life. The resolution also recognizes the ongoing risks of discrimination and isolation faced by this community and notes that "Disability Pride Month" is already observed in July by Americans nationwide. If passed, this resolution would call upon the people of the United States, interest groups, and those affected by disabilities to observe "Disability Pride Month" with suitable celebrations and activities. It would also encourage an active role in preventing the exclusion and discrimination of people with disabilities. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Representative Betty McCollum and co-sponsored by several other representatives. It has been referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. As a resolution, it does not require presidential signature to become law but is a statement of the House's position.
- Has H.Res. 1463 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1463. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1463?
- H.Res. 1463 was sponsored by Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4] (D-MN), with 24 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1463?
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. (27 Jul 2026).
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