Commemorating the annual celebration of Día de los Muertos in the United States and around the world.
Summary
H.Res. 838 is a non-binding resolution introduced by Representative Jesús G. García that seeks to commemorate the annual celebration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) in the United States and around the world. As a non-binding resolution, this measure does not have the force of law and does not require presidential signature. Instead, it serves as an expression of the House's recognition and support for this cultural observance.
If passed, this resolution would formally acknowledge Día de los Muertos as an important cultural and spiritual celebration. The resolution is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been referred to committee in late October 2025. Since it is non-binding, passage would not create any new legal requirements or government programs, but would represent a symbolic gesture of congressional recognition for this significant cultural tradition observed by many communities in the United States and globally.