Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States, including their commitment to defending the Constitution and delivering essential services to United States citizens, and in doing so, supporting the United States economy, during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year.

Sponsor: Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican-PA)May 4, 2026

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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

House would formally praise public servants for their dedication and service.

This bill would have the House of Representatives formally commend and honor public servants for their work. It would recognize the important roles of federal, state, and local government employees and military members. The resolution would also ask Americans to observe Public Service Recognition Week by honoring those who serve.

What Would Change

Today, public servants perform their duties, and Public Service Recognition Week is observed. If this resolution passes, the House of Representatives would formally commend, recognize, and honor public servants for their work and would specifically ask all Americans to observe Public Service Recognition Week with honoring activities.

Key Provisions

The House would formally praise the dedication, professionalism, and patriotism of public servants.
The House would recognize the vital role public servants play in strengthening the economy and protecting public safety.
The House would honor all public servants during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year.
The House would ask Americans to observe Public Service Recognition Week with activities to honor public servants.

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