Encouraging military discounts in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Sponsored By: Representative Collins, Mike [R-GA-10]
Introduced
Summary
Voluntary military appreciation discounts are encouraged for the United States' 250th anniversary in 2026 to honor active service members, National Guard and Reserve members, veterans, and military families. The resolution invites small businesses and major retailers to opt in and to identify themselves as America 250 Military Appreciation Businesses, calling those discounts meaningful financial support to nearly 18 million veterans and millions more service members and families.
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Voluntary military discounts for 2026
This resolution would encourage businesses to offer voluntary discounts to members of the Armed Forces and veterans during America 250 in 2026. It would include active duty, the National Guard, Reserves, and military families. Participation would be voluntary and would not use taxpayer money or create legal mandates. Businesses would be invited to identify as “America 250 Military Appreciation Businesses.” If businesses choose to take part, these discounts would be a small, direct benefit to military households.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Collins, Mike [R-GA-10]
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
Rep. Luttrell, Morgan [R-TX-8]
TX • R
Sponsored 4/21/2026
Rep. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-21]
FL • R
Sponsored 4/21/2026
Rep. Van Orden, Derrick [R-WI-3]
WI • R
Sponsored 4/21/2026
Rep. Fuller, Clay [R-GA-14]
GA • R
Sponsored 4/21/2026
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