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119 · HRES 1273 Honoring mothers, and recognizing the significance of motherhood and the impact mothers have on raising the next generation, on the occasion of Mother's Day.

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A non‑binding House resolution from Rep. Randy Weber honors mothers on Mother’s Day, affirms traditional motherhood terminology, and encourages public celebration; it’s been introduced and awaits committee consideration. (weber.house.gov)

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Public Summary — 119-HRES-1273

Headline Summary: A symbolic House resolution honoring mothers and pushing back on gender‑neutral terminology, led by Rep. Randy Weber (R‑TX) and backed by several House Republicans. (weber.house.gov)

What It Does: The resolution recognizes the importance of motherhood, praises mothers’ sacrifices and contributions to families and communities, and urges Americans to celebrate Mother’s Day. It also frames recent moves toward gender‑inclusive wording as diminishing the term “mother.” The text invokes the holiday’s origins, noting President Woodrow Wilson’s 1914 proclamation establishing Mother’s Day on the second Sunday in May. (weber.house.gov)

  • Sponsor: Rep. Randy Weber (R‑TX). His office says the measure “stands firm” in recognizing and celebrating women who give life and nurture the next generation. (weber.house.gov)
  • Republican cosponsors (examples): Don Bacon (NE), Brian Babin (TX), Claudia Tenney (NY), Chris Smith (NJ), Wesley Hunt (TX), Barry Loudermilk (GA), Diana Harshbarger (TN), among others. Supporters emphasize honoring mothers and their role in raising the next generation. (weber.house.gov)
  • Likely opponents: Democrats and allied groups who favor gender‑inclusive language may object to the resolution’s framing. In 2021, when Democrats held the House, the chamber’s rules document was revised to use gender‑inclusive terms (e.g., replacing “mother” and “father” with “parent” in the rules text), a change described by backers as about inclusion. (congress.gov)
  • Why they disagree: Advocates of inclusive wording argue terms like “pregnant patients/people” ensure policies and communications cover everyone who can become pregnant, including some transgender and nonbinary people. (acog.org)

What’s Next: This is a simple House resolution, so even if it advances it would express the House’s position and not change federal law or go to the President. After introduction, it awaits consideration in committee before any potential House floor vote. (house.gov)

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