H. Res. 1440 (119th)Bill Overview

Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the city of Miami Springs, Florida.

Simple Resolutiondomestic policy
Cosponsors
Support
Republican
Introduced
Jul 20, 2026
Discussions
Bill Text
Current stageCommittee

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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01 · The brief
Simple ResolutionWhat this resolution actually does

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' congratulations and recognition of Miami Springs on its 100th anniversary. It does not create or change any federal law, authorize spending, or require action by the President. It is a non-binding statement that honors the city and its people and highlights their historical and cultural contributions. As a simple resolution, it reflects only the view of the House.

Passage rules

Simple resolutions are considered and voted on only in the House and do not go to the Senate or the President; they do not have the force of law. Passage typically requires a majority vote under standard House procedures.

A non-binding House resolution congratulating Miami Springs, Florida on its 100th anniversary.

It recounts the city’s founding by Glenn H.

Curtiss, aviation and wartime connections, historic landmarks, preservation efforts, and civic attributes, and commends its residents.

Passage0/100

House simple resolutions are expressions of the House and do not become law; adoption does not create binding legal effect.

CredibilityAligned

Relative to its intended legislative type, this bill is a straightforward commemorative House resolution: it clearly states its purpose and uses standard declarative language to congratulate and recognize the city of Miami Springs on its centennial.

Contention10/100

Progressives emphasize climate resilience and equity omissions.

02 · What it does

Who stands to gain, and who may push back.

Likely benefits vs burdens50% / 50%
Local governmentsLikely burdened

These are examples from the analysis, not a ranked list of the most-affected groups.

Likely helped
  • Potential benefitRaises national awareness of Miami Springs' history and landmarks, potentially attracting visitors.
  • Local governmentsProvides formal congressional recognition that may bolster local civic pride and community engagement.
  • Local governmentsMay support local heritage preservation efforts by highlighting historic sites and community accomplishments.
Likely burdened
  • Potential burdenCreates no binding policy, funding, or regulatory changes affecting constituents' daily lives.
  • Potential burdenUses congressional floor or committee attention for ceremonial recognition rather than substantive legislative prioriti…
  • Potential burdenOffers limited measurable economic benefit, making concrete job or tax effects unlikely.
03 · Why people split

Why the argument around this bill splits.

Progressives emphasize climate resilience and equity omissions.
Progressive80%

Likely supportive of the symbolic recognition of local history and preservation.

Views the resolution as benign but would note missed opportunities to address climate resilience, equity, and affordable housing in a coastal city.

Leans supportive
Centrist90%

Views the resolution as a routine, bipartisan recognition appropriate for Congress.

Sees it as low-cost and noncontroversial, though prefers legislative time focus on substantive policy priorities.

Leans supportive
Conservative95%

Generally favorable as a ceremonial recognition of local heritage and patriotism.

Appreciates honoring aviation history and community service while keeping federal involvement symbolic and minimal.

Leans supportive
04 · Can it pass?

The path through Congress.

Introduced

Reached or meaningfully advanced

Committee

Reached or meaningfully advanced

Floor

Still ahead

President

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Law

Still ahead

Passage likelihood0/100

House simple resolutions are expressions of the House and do not become law; adoption does not create binding legal effect.

Scope and complexity
24%
Scopenarrow
24%
Complexitylow
Why this could stall
  • Whether the House leadership schedules it for suspension or unanimous-consent consideration
  • Level of local constituent or municipal advocacy for floor consideration
05 · Recent votes

Recent votes on the bill.

No vote history yet

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06 · Go deeper

Go deeper than the headline read.

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Progressives emphasize climate resilience and equity omissions.

House simple resolutions are expressions of the House and do not become law; adoption does not create binding legal effect.

Unlocked analysis

Relative to its intended legislative type, this bill is a straightforward commemorative House resolution: it clearly states its purpose and uses standard declarative language to congratulate and recognize the city of Mi…

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