Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-TX) is renewing his call for the month of July to be officially recognized as “American Pride Month,” introducing a resolution in Congress and calling on President Donald Trump to support the effort with a national proclamation.
Hunt’s initiative is designed to highlight America’s founding ideals, national achievements and patriotic legacy.
The resolution, which he reintroduced Tuesday, calls for honoring historical figures and celebrating the values that have defined the United States since its founding.
In his resolution, Hunt calls for July to be recognized not just for Independence Day, but for the entire month to serve as a tribute to American exceptionalism, civic pride and historical education.
The measure celebrates patriots from the Revolutionary War to the modern era, including leaders such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Rosa Parks and the Buffalo Soldiers.
“This initiative… was born out of a desire to celebrate the extraordinary individuals and timeless values that have defined our republic, from the patriots of 1776 to the leaders of today who continue to defend freedom and preserve our way of life,” Hunt said.
The Texas congressman is also urging President Trump to issue an official proclamation supporting the designation.
“No president in