# 119-hres-249: Recognizing the 204th anniversary of the War of Greek Independence.

119-hres-249, Recognizing the 204th anniversary of the War of Greek Independence., is a 119th Congress bill sponsored by Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12] (R-FL); status introduced (as of 2026-04-21).

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## Facts
- Bill: 119-hres-249
- Congress: 119
- Title: Recognizing the 204th anniversary of the War of Greek Independence.
- Status: introduced
- Introduced: 2025-03-25
- Sponsor: Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12] (R-FL)
- Cosponsors: 9
- Policy area: International Affairs
- Touches household money: no
- Last recorded action: 2026-04-21

## Summary

**This resolution would recognize the 204th anniversary of the War of Greek Independence and reaffirm the strong U.S.-Greece partnership based on shared democratic values.** It would extend congratulations to the people of Greece and emphasize commitment to democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. It would commend the Greek-American community for its contributions and role as a bridge between the two countries. It would note Greece's geostrategic importance at the junction of three continents, its NATO contributions of more than 3 percent of GDP, and its growing role in Eastern Mediterranean energy and regional security. It would highlight Alexandroupolis as an emerging energy hub and Greece's non‑permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for 2025–2026.

## Cosponsors (9)

- Rep. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1] (D-NH), 2025-03-25T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11] (R-NY), 2025-03-25T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1] (D-NV), 2025-03-25T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4] (R-NJ), 2025-03-25T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Pallone, Frank [D-NJ-6] (D-NJ), 2025-03-25T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Amo, Gabe [D-RI-1] (D-RI), 2025-03-25T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Magaziner, Seth [D-RI-2] (D-RI), 2025-03-25T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6] (D-NY), 2025-03-25T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-1] (R-NY), 2025-04-01T00:00:00.000Z

## Related bills

- 119-hr-9877: Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026
- 119-hr-2102: Major Richard Star Act
- 119-hr-979: AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025
- 119-hr-909: Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025
- 119-hr-1229: United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act of 2025
- 119-hr-1768: Lower Costs for Everyday Americans Act

## Sources
- [119-hres-249 on Congress.gov](https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/249)

## Related
- [119-hr-9877: Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-9877)
- [119-hr-2102: Major Richard Star Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-2102)
- [119-hr-979: AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-979)
- [119-hr-909: Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-909)
- [119-hr-1229: United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act of 2025](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-1229)
- [119-hr-1768: Lower Costs for Everyday Americans Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-1768)
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Source: PRIA, https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hres-249 (as of 2026-04-21).