Encouraging military discounts in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Sponsored By: Representative Collins
Introduced
Summary
Voluntary military appreciation discounts for service members and veterans would be encouraged nationwide in honor of the United States' 250th anniversary in 2026. The resolution asks businesses large and small to participate as a visible gesture of appreciation while keeping participation voluntary and without taxpayer funding.
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- Military members, veterans, and families: Would be invited to receive discounts tied to the America 250 celebration, benefiting nearly 18 million veterans nationwide.
- Businesses: Small shops and major retailers are asked to offer and publicize voluntary military discounts and may label themselves “America 250 Military Appreciation Businesses”.
- Communities: Aims to strengthen ties between businesses and military communities and create a visible national culture of appreciation during the anniversary year.
*This resolution specifies no taxpayer funding and no mandates, so it would not directly affect federal spending.*
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Collins
GA • R
Cosponsors
Babin
TX • R
Sponsored 4/21/2026
Bishop
GA • D
Sponsored 4/21/2026
Ellzey
TX • R
Sponsored 4/21/2026
Hunt
TX • R
Sponsored 4/21/2026
Luttrell
TX • R
Sponsored 4/21/2026
Mast
FL • R
Sponsored 4/21/2026
Van Orden
WI • R
Sponsored 4/21/2026
Fuller
GA • R
Sponsored 4/21/2026
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