National Rosie the Riveter Day Act

The National Rosie the Riveter Day Act would create a ceremonial designation in federal law for “National Rosie the Riveter Day.” Specifically, it would add a new section (Section 149) to Chapter 1 of Title 36, United States Code, and designate that the President is requested to issue an annual proclamation recognizing the day. The proclamation would urge Americans to observe the day with ceremonies and activities and to encourage state, territorial, tribal, and local governments to do likewise through programs and activities. The bill frames the designation within findings that highlight the millions of American women who joined the workforce during World War II, including the contributions of women of color, and the historical significance of “Rosie the Riveter” as a symbol of women’s empowerment and patriotism. The bill is largely ceremonial and symbolic. It does not create new rights or funding; rather, it seeks to raise awareness of women's wartime contributions and to promote public education and celebration during Women's History Month (March), with March 21 noted as an appropriate date in the findings. The designation would be implemented only through presidential proclamation and local observances, contingent on the executive branch’s action each year.