Expressing support for the designation of May 4, 2024, as a "National Day of Reason" and recognizing the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
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AI Government Intelligence™House Resolution 1191 from the 118th Congress expresses support for designating May 4, 2024, as a "National Day of Reason" and recognizes the importance of reason in advancing humanity. The resolution was introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability but did not advance further and ultimately failed or expired. The bill does not include detailed legislative text or provisions beyond the expression of support and recognition.
H.Res. 1191 is a non-binding resolution supporting the designation of a National Day of Reason on May 4, 2024, emphasizing the value of reason in human progress, but it did not pass and contains no enforceable measures.
- The resolution supports designating May 4, 2024, as a National Day of Reason.
- It recognizes the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.
- The bill was referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability but failed to advance and expired.
['General public interested in promoting reason and critical thinking', 'Educational and scientific communities that emphasize reason-based approaches', 'Advocacy groups supporting secular or rationalist values']
['No direct implementation or funding mechanisms are included, limiting practical impact.', 'As a non-binding resolution, it carries no legal authority or enforcement provisions.', 'The resolution’s symbolic nature may limit measurable outcomes or policy changes.']
The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives during the 118th Congress and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. It aligns with broader discussions on the role of reason and science in public policy but did not move forward before expiring. No further legislative action or debate is recorded.
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['May increase public awareness or discussion about the role of reason and critical thinking in society.', 'Could encourage educational or advocacy events on or around May 4, 2024.', 'Potentially supports broader cultural recognition of secular or scientific values.']
The bill is a non-binding House resolution without detailed legislative text or funding. Transparency considerations include the absence of substantive policy provisions and the failure to advance beyond committee referral. Oversight implications are minimal due to the symbolic nature of the resolution.
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