Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month.
H. Res. 280 is a non-binding House Resolution that expresses formal support for National Women’s History Month and its 2025 theme, “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations.” The resolution lays out a historical narrative in its preamble, highlighting key milestones in the women’s suffrage movement and broader contributions of women to American history. It does not enact new laws or appropriation of funds; instead, it serves as an official House statement recognizing the importance of teaching and promoting women’s history and honoring the individuals and organizations that do so. The bill was introduced in the House on March 31, 2025, by Rep. Thompson (CA) with a broad list of cosponsors and was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Key Points
- 1Expresses formal support for the goals and ideals of National Women’s History Month and for recognizing the contributions of women and organizations that promote women’s history and suffrage education.
- 2Recognizes the 2025 National Women’s History Month theme: “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations.”
- 3Includes extensive historical recitals (Whereas clauses) detailing milestones in women’s rights and leadership (e.g., Seneca Falls 1848, 19th Amendment 1920, first female governors and senators, notable figures like Susan B. Anthony, Harriet Tubman, Ida B. Wells, Frances Perkins, etc.).
- 4Documents the evolution from National Women’s History Week (1980s) to a month-long observance (1987) and notes related educational and institutional developments (e.g., National Women’s History Museum, representation of Native American women, recent high‑level milestones).
- 5States that the resolution is a symbolic, non-binding expression of support and does not create new policy duties or funding; it is primarily an educational and cultural acknowledgment by the House. It was introduced and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.