Expressing support for recognition of Christopher Columbus and his role in the history of the United States and recognizing the importance of students learning about Christopher Columbus and the heritage and history of the Nation.

House Resolution 815 is a non-binding commemorative measure that expresses official congressional support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his historical role in the discovery of the Americas. The resolution emphasizes the importance of students learning about Columbus’s voyages as a foundational part of United States history and heritage. If passed, the resolution would not create new laws or mandates, but would serve as a formal statement encouraging schools and the general public to engage with educational opportunities regarding the nation's early history.