Expressing support for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, to be held in the District of Columbia in August 2026.

Jefferson Shreve

Republican · IN · Representative

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

• Erin Houchin (R-IN-9)Original· 2026-07-22
• James R. Baird (R-IN-4)Original· 2026-07-22
• Lauren Boebert (R-CO-4)Original· 2026-07-22
• Mark B. Messmer (R-IN-8)Original· 2026-07-22
• Marlin A. Stutzman (R-IN-3)Original· 2026-07-22
• Richard Hudson (R-NC-9)Original· 2026-07-22
• Robert P. Bresnahan, Jr. (R-PA-8)Original· 2026-07-22
• Rudy Yakym III (R-IN-2)Original· 2026-07-22
• Victoria Spartz (R-IN-5)Original· 2026-07-22

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

2026-07-22

Source: Congress.gov

The House is expressing its support for a major auto racing event called the Freedom 250 Grand Prix that would take place in Washington, D.C. in August 2026. This resolution is largely symbolic and doesn't create new laws or funding, but it signals congressional backing for bringing this motorsports competition to the nation's capital. The measure has been sent to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform for consideration.

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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [H. Res. 1449 Introduced in House (IH)] <DOC> 119th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1449 Expressing support for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, to be held in the District of Columbia in August 2026. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 22, 2026 Mr. Shreve (for himself, Mr. Baird, Mrs. Houchin, Mr. Yakym, Mr. Messmer, Mrs. Spartz, Mr. Hudson, Ms. Boebert, Mr. Bresnahan, and Mr. Stutzman) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform _______________________________________________________________________ RESOLUTION Expressing support for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, to be held in the District of Columbia in August 2026. Whereas, for more than 100 years, American INDYCAR racing has set the pace for motor sports; Whereas, with speeds exceeding 200 miles per hour, INDYCAR drivers and cars inspire awe and respect in all who watch this quintessentially American sport; Whereas INDYCAR racing has produced legendary figures, including A.J. Foyt and Mario Andretti, whose achievements have become an enduring part of American sporting history; Whereas INDYCAR racing continues to captivate fans every Memorial Day weekend as people from across the globe travel to attend the Indianapolis 500, the largest single day sporting event in the world; Whereas INDYCAR racing is a source of pride and entertainment for the Nation; Whereas the Freedom 250 Grand Prix is scheduled to take place in the District of Columbia from August 21 through August 23; Whereas the Freedom 250 Grand Prix will be the first motor race ever held in the Nation's capital near the National Mall; Whereas the race will showcase the majesty of the District of Columbia as drivers navigate a course around iconic national monuments; and Whereas the Freedom 250 Grand Prix is intended to celebrate America's 250th birthday and highlight American innovation, excellence, and sporting tradition: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the House of Representatives supports the Freedom 250 Grand Prix INDYCAR race and recognizes the historic significance of American INDYCAR racing and its contribution to American culture, heritage, and national pride. <all>

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