H.Res. 890 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, Nov 18, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summarySupporting National GIS Day recognition
This resolution supports designating November 19, 2025, as National GIS Day. It encourages the use of geographic information system (GIS) technology—software that maps and analyzes data tied to locations on Earth—to help solve problems and boost the economy.
How it affects you
This is a ceremonial resolution recognizing a day, so it doesn't change laws or directly affect your daily life. It mainly signals support for promoting GIS technology use in schools, businesses, and government.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, Nov 18, 2025)
This resolution supports the designation of National GIS Day and encourages the continued use of geographic information system (GIS) technology to learn, address societal challenges, and drive economic growth.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionH.Res. 890
RESOLUTION
Expressing support for the designation of November 19, 2025, as "National GIS Day".
Sponsor: Rep. Pete Aguilar (D-CA-33) · Introduced Nov 18, 2025 · Science, Technology, Communications · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Nov 18, 2025: “Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.”