Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the third Friday of September should be recognized as "National POW/MIA Recognition Day".
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (17 Sep 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
What this bill does
This resolution, H.Res. 1566, would express the sense of the House of Representatives that the third Friday of September should be recognized as "National POW/MIA Recognition Day." The resolution states that the House acknowledges the obligation to account for prisoners of war and missing-in-action servicemembers and expresses gratitude for their service and sacrifice. It also encourages Americans to honor POW/MIA through community events, displaying the POW/MIA flag, and acts of goodwill towards their families.
The bill's provisions primarily affect the sentiment and recognition of the House of Representatives and, by extension, the public's awareness of POW/MIA individuals. It does not create new laws or mandates but rather conveys a message. The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives by Representative Glenn Thompson.
As a resolution, it is currently in the introduced stage. If it were to advance, it would be referred to a committee (in this case, the Committee on Armed Services) for further consideration. Resolutions in the House typically do not require Senate passage or presidential signature to be enacted, but their significance lies in expressing the chamber's opinion or will.
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Timeline
17 Sep 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1566 do?
- This resolution, H.Res. 1566, would express the sense of the House of Representatives that the third Friday of September should be recognized as "National POW/MIA Recognition Day." The resolution states that the House acknowledges the obligation to account for prisoners of war and missing-in-action servicemembers and expresses gratitude for their service and sacrifice. It also encourages Americans to honor POW/MIA through community events, displaying the POW/MIA flag, and acts of goodwill towards their families. The bill's provisions primarily affect the sentiment and recognition of the House of Representatives and, by extension, the public's awareness of POW/MIA individuals. It does not create new laws or mandates but rather conveys a message. The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives by Representative Glenn Thompson. As a resolution, it is currently in the introduced stage. If it were to advance, it would be referred to a committee (in this case, the Committee on Armed Services) for further consideration. Resolutions in the House typically do not require Senate passage or presidential signature to be enacted, but their significance lies in expressing the chamber's opinion or will.
- Has H.Res. 1566 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1566. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1566?
- H.Res. 1566 was sponsored by Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15] (R-PA), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1566?
- Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (17 Sep 2026).
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