Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on September 6, 2026, as "Celebrate Community Week".
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (4 Sep 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
What this bill does
H.Res. 1513 is a symbolic resolution expressing House support for designating the week of September 6, 2026, as "Celebrate Community Week." It does not create any new law, program, or funding. Instead, it formally recognizes a joint volunteer initiative undertaken by four civic service organizations—Kiwanis International, Lions Clubs International, Optimist International, and Rotary International—during which local clubs conduct community service projects. The resolution cites each organization's history and scale of charitable and service work, such as youth programs, health initiatives, literacy efforts, and humanitarian assistance.
The resolution primarily affects these four organizations and their members by publicly acknowledging their community service efforts; it has no direct legal or financial effect on the public, government agencies, or other entities. It commends the groups for promoting volunteerism, youth engagement, and community improvement, and encourages them to continue this work.
The bill was introduced on September 4, 2026, by Rep. Glenn Thompson of Pennsylvania, along with Rep. Panetta, and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a non-binding resolution, its next steps would involve possible committee consideration and a House floor vote; if passed, it would express the House's sentiment but would not carry the force of law.
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Timeline
4 Sep 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1513 do?
- H.Res. 1513 is a symbolic resolution expressing House support for designating the week of September 6, 2026, as "Celebrate Community Week." It does not create any new law, program, or funding. Instead, it formally recognizes a joint volunteer initiative undertaken by four civic service organizations—Kiwanis International, Lions Clubs International, Optimist International, and Rotary International—during which local clubs conduct community service projects. The resolution cites each organization's history and scale of charitable and service work, such as youth programs, health initiatives, literacy efforts, and humanitarian assistance. The resolution primarily affects these four organizations and their members by publicly acknowledging their community service efforts; it has no direct legal or financial effect on the public, government agencies, or other entities. It commends the groups for promoting volunteerism, youth engagement, and community improvement, and encourages them to continue this work. The bill was introduced on September 4, 2026, by Rep. Glenn Thompson of Pennsylvania, along with Rep. Panetta, and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a non-binding resolution, its next steps would involve possible committee consideration and a House floor vote; if passed, it would express the House's sentiment but would not carry the force of law.
- Has H.Res. 1513 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1513. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1513?
- H.Res. 1513 was sponsored by Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15] (R-PA), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1513?
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (4 Sep 2026).
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