Recognizing and celebrating "National Salvation Army Week" on May 11 through May 17, 2026.

Donald G. Davis

Democrat · NC · Representative

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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

2026-05-15

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Congress would officially designate May 11-17, 2026 as National Salvation Army Week to recognize and celebrate the charitable organization's work serving communities across the country. The Salvation Army, known for operating food banks, homeless shelters, disaster relief programs, and other social services, would be honored during this week for helping millions of Americans in need. This is a ceremonial measure that does not create new laws or funding but acknowledges the organization's contributions to American communities.

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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [H. Res. 1293 Introduced in House (IH)] <DOC> 119th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1293 Recognizing and celebrating ``National Salvation Army Week'' on May 11 through May 17, 2026. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 15, 2026 Mr. Davis of North Carolina submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform _______________________________________________________________________ RESOLUTION Recognizing and celebrating ``National Salvation Army Week'' on May 11 through May 17, 2026. Whereas, since its founding in 1865, the Salvation Army has been dedicated to serving individuals and families in need, without discrimination; Whereas, for more than 150 years, the Salvation Army has provided essential social services, including disaster relief, food assistance, shelter, rehabilitation programs, and youth development initiatives in local communities across the United States; Whereas President Dwight D. Eisenhower first declared ``National Salvation Army Week'' in 1954, recognizing the organization's unwavering commitment to serving communities nationwide; Whereas the Salvation Army serves more than 27,000,000 Americans annually, offering compassion, hope, and support to the most vulnerable populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, veterans, seniors, human trafficking survivors, and those recovering from addiction; Whereas the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign, first launched in 1891, has become one of the most recognizable and impactful annual charitable traditions, raising funds to support millions in need each year; Whereas the Salvation Army continues to be a trusted partner at the local, State, and Federal levels, providing critical services that address poverty, hunger, and emergency assistance in times of crisis; Whereas, across the Nation, the Salvation Army operates shelters, food pantries, job training programs, and emergency disaster relief efforts that strengthen communities and improve lives; and Whereas volunteers, donors, and officers of the Salvation Army exemplify the spirit of service, working tirelessly to provide relief and opportunity for those in need: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the House of Representatives-- (1) recognizes and celebrates ``National Salvation Army Week''; (2) commends the Salvation Army for its historic and ongoing efforts to uplift and serve individuals and families across the country; and (3) encourages all Americans to join in acts of service and generosity, supporting the Salvation Army's goal to combat human need with love and compassion, wherever it persists. <all>

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