Commending the Chicago Cubs baseball team as it celebrates its 150th anniversary on August 29, 2026.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (3 Aug 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
What this bill does
H.Res. 1473 is a commemorative resolution that would have the House of Representatives formally commend the Chicago Cubs baseball franchise on its 150th anniversary, marked as August 29, 2026. The resolution itself does not create law, spend money, or impose any requirements; it is a symbolic statement. Its text recounts the team's history since joining the National League in 1876, notable players, championships (including the 1907, 1908, and 2016 World Series titles), broadcasters, Wrigley Field's history, and the charitable work of Chicago Cubs Charities, concluding with the House's expression of praise for the team's on-field success and its contributions to the sport and to fans.
The resolution primarily affects the Chicago Cubs organization, its players, staff, and fans, who would receive formal congressional recognition; it has no regulatory, budgetary, or legal effect on the public, businesses, or government agencies.
The bill was introduced on August 3, 2026, by Rep. Mike Quigley of Illinois and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a simple House resolution, it would need to be considered and passed by the full House to take effect (commonly by voice vote for such commemorative measures); it does not go to the Senate or the President for signature. No further action has occurred beyond introduction and committee referral.
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Timeline
3 Aug 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1473 do?
- H.Res. 1473 is a commemorative resolution that would have the House of Representatives formally commend the Chicago Cubs baseball franchise on its 150th anniversary, marked as August 29, 2026. The resolution itself does not create law, spend money, or impose any requirements; it is a symbolic statement. Its text recounts the team's history since joining the National League in 1876, notable players, championships (including the 1907, 1908, and 2016 World Series titles), broadcasters, Wrigley Field's history, and the charitable work of Chicago Cubs Charities, concluding with the House's expression of praise for the team's on-field success and its contributions to the sport and to fans. The resolution primarily affects the Chicago Cubs organization, its players, staff, and fans, who would receive formal congressional recognition; it has no regulatory, budgetary, or legal effect on the public, businesses, or government agencies. The bill was introduced on August 3, 2026, by Rep. Mike Quigley of Illinois and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a simple House resolution, it would need to be considered and passed by the full House to take effect (commonly by voice vote for such commemorative measures); it does not go to the Senate or the President for signature. No further action has occurred beyond introduction and committee referral.
- Has H.Res. 1473 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1473. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1473?
- H.Res. 1473 was sponsored by Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5] (D-IL), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1473?
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (3 Aug 2026).
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