May 4, 2026
Mr. Fitzpatrick (for himself, Mr. Hoyer, Mr. Amo, Ms. Ansari, Mr. Bacon, Mr. Beyer, Mr. Bishop, Mr. Boyle of Pennsylvania, Mr. Bresnahan, Ms. Brownley, Ms. Budzinski, Mr. Carbajal, Mr. Carter of Louisiana, Mr. Case, Ms. Craig, Ms. Crockett, Mr. Cuellar, Ms. Davids of Kansas, Mr. Davis of Illinois, Mr. Davis of North Carolina, Mr. Deluzio, Ms. Elfreth, Mr. Figures, Mr. Frost, Mr. Goldman of New York, Ms. Hoyle of Oregon, Mr. Ivey, Ms. Johnson of Texas, Ms. Kelly of Illinois, Mr. Kennedy of New York, Mrs. Kiggans of Virginia, Mr. Krishnamoorthi, Ms. Lofgren, Mr. Lynch, Mrs. McClain Delaney, Ms. McCollum, Mr. Menendez, Mr. Mfume, Mr. Min, Mr. Moulton, Ms. Norton, Mr. Olszewski, Mr. Pappas, Ms. Randall, Mr. Raskin, Ms. Ross, Ms. Schrier, Ms. Simon, Mr. Sorensen, Mr. Soto, Mr. Subramanyam, Mr. Thompson of Mississippi, Mr. Thompson of California, Ms. Titus, Ms. Tlaib, Mr. Walkinshaw, Mrs. Watson Coleman, Ms. Stansbury, Mrs. Grijalva, Mr. Van Drew, Ms. Kamlager-Dove, and Mr. Vindman) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States, including their commitment to defending the Constitution and delivering essential services to United States citizens, and in doing so, supporting the United States economy, during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year.
Whereas the week of May 3 through May 9, 2026, has been designated as Public Service Recognition Week
to honor employees of the Federal, State, and local governments and members of the uniformed services who are entrusted with missions fundamental to the United States and deliver services upon which United States citizens depend;
Whereas Public Service Recognition Week
provides an opportunity to recognize and promote the important contributions of public servants and to honor the United States citizens who serve their country, States, and communities at all levels of government and as members of the uniformed services;
Whereas Federal employees take a solemn oath to support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic, and to faithfully discharge the duties of their office, an oath that reflects the foundational compact between public servants and the people they serve;
Whereas millions of individuals serve the public in government service and as members of the uniformed services in every State, county, and city across the United States and around the world;
Whereas public servants make substantial contributions to the United States economy by managing public lands, infrastructure, financial systems, research institutions, and regulatory frameworks that undergird private-sector growth, protect consumers, and sustain the conditions for a competitive and innovative marketplace; and
Whereas public service is a noble calling involving a variety of challenging and rewarding professions, and highly skilled and trained individuals offer their knowledge, effort, and expertise in support of the public good: Now, therefore, be it
That the House of Representatives—
(1)
commends the dedication, professionalism, and patriotism of the public servants of the United States who fulfill their constitutional oath and deliver essential services to the United States citizens;
(2)
recognizes the indispensable role of public servants in strengthening the United States economy, protecting the safety and security of the public, safeguarding individual rights, and sustaining the foundations of democratic self-governance;
(3)
honors the contributions of all public servants during Public Service Recognition Week
and throughout the year; and
(4)
calls upon the people of the United States to observe Public Service Recognition Week
with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that honor and acknowledge the service of those who work on their behalf.