HR5772Referred to Committee

Remembering American Hostages Act of 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-10-17
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3
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Thomas H. Kean, Jr.
Thomas H. Kean, Jr.
Republican · NJ · Representative
Votes with party: 94.2% (464 recorded votes)

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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

2025-10-17

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Plain-English Summary

The legislation would establish a federal holiday or commemorative day to honor Americans who have been held hostage by foreign governments or terrorist organizations. The measure aims to recognize the sacrifices of hostages and their families while raising public awareness about hostage situations. This would affect how the government acknowledges these cases and could include official recognition ceremonies or educational initiatives.

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Government Operations and Politics
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