Expressing support for the preservation, protection, and maintenance of statues and monuments honoring Christopher Columbus as an enduring testament to the Nation’s history, heritage, and identity.
Latest action (9 Oct 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
H.Res. 1622, introduced in the House of Representatives, expresses support for keeping and caring for statues and monuments that honor Christopher Columbus. The resolution states these monuments are important testaments to the nation's history, heritage, and identity. It also specifically condemns efforts to remove the Columbus Monument in Syracuse, New York.
This resolution is a statement of opinion from the House of Representatives and does not create new laws or funding. It aims to influence how these historical markers are viewed and treated. The resolution was introduced by Representative Claudia Tenney and co-sponsored by two other representatives.
The bill is currently in the Committee on Natural Resources. As a resolution, it does not require a vote in the other chamber to be enacted, but it also does not have the force of law. If it were to pass the committee, it could be brought to the floor of the House for a vote.
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Official summary
This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on October 9, 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. 1622 do?
- H.Res. 1622, introduced in the House of Representatives, expresses support for keeping and caring for statues and monuments that honor Christopher Columbus. The resolution states these monuments are important testaments to the nation's history, heritage, and identity. It also specifically condemns efforts to remove the Columbus Monument in Syracuse, New York. This resolution is a statement of opinion from the House of Representatives and does not create new laws or funding. It aims to influence how these historical markers are viewed and treated. The resolution was introduced by Representative Claudia Tenney and co-sponsored by two other representatives. The bill is currently in the Committee on Natural Resources. As a resolution, it does not require a vote in the other chamber to be enacted, but it also does not have the force of law. If it were to pass the committee, it could be brought to the floor of the House for a vote.
- Has H.Res. 1622 become law?
- Not yet. As of 9 Oct 2026, H.Res. 1622 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1622?
- H.Res. 1622 was sponsored by Rep. Claudia Tenney [R-NY24] (Republican-NY), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1622?
- Introduced (9 Oct 2026).
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