S.J.R. 13
EnrolledJoint Resolution Honoring Irish and Irish-American Contributions to the Founding of the United States
Joint Resolution Honoring Irish and Irish-American Contributions to the Founding of the United States
Introduction
Feb 3
Senate Rules
Senate Committee
Feb 13
Senate 2nd Reading
Feb 17
Senate 3rd Reading
Feb 20
House Rules
Mar 3
House Committee
Mar 2
House Floor Vote
Mar 6
What This Bill Does
This resolution honors Irish and Irish-American contributions to the founding of the United States.
Key Provisions
This resolution:
- commemorates the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States by recognizing the contributions of Irish and Irish-American individuals to the American Revolutionary War effort and the signing of the Declaration of Independence;
- highlights specific Irish and Irish-American figures involved in the founding of the United States, including signers of the Declaration of Independence, military leaders, and early advocates of American independence;
- acknowledges the influence of American independence on political thought and reform movements beyond the United States, including in Ireland, and recognizes ongoing opportunities for state-level cultural and economic engagement with Ireland;
- expresses support for expanding Utah-Ireland relations and encourages joint engagement efforts, including a cooperative committee and Ireland's consideration of appointing an Honorary Consul General in Utah; and
- directs that a certified copy of the resolution be sent to specified officials and organizations in Ireland and the United States.
Plain-Language Summary
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Marking the 250th anniversary of American independence, this resolution formally recognizes the contributions of Irish and Irish-American individuals to the founding of the United States, highlighting eight signers of the Declaration of Independence of Irish descent, military leaders like General John Sullivan, and figures such as John Dunlap — the Irish immigrant who printed the first copies of the Declaration. Beyond historical recognition, the resolution encourages Utah's Legislature and executive branch to form a joint committee with Irish counterparts to expand trade and commerce, and calls on Ireland to appoint an Honorary Consul General in Utah.
S.J.R. 13
EnrolledJoint Resolution Honoring Irish and Irish-American Contributions to the Founding of the United States
Introduction
Feb 3
Senate Rules
Senate Committee
Feb 13
Senate 2nd Reading
Feb 17
Senate 3rd Reading
Feb 20
House Rules
Mar 3
House Committee
Mar 2
House Floor Vote
Mar 6
IntroductionFeb 3
Senate Rules
Senate CommitteeFeb 13
Senate 2nd ReadingFeb 17
Senate 3rd ReadingFeb 20
House RulesMar 3
House CommitteeMar 2
House Floor VoteMar 6
What This Bill Does
This resolution honors Irish and Irish-American contributions to the founding of the United States.
Key Provisions
This resolution:
- commemorates the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States by recognizing the contributions of Irish and Irish-American individuals to the American Revolutionary War effort and the signing of the Declaration of Independence;
- highlights specific Irish and Irish-American figures involved in the founding of the United States, including signers of the Declaration of Independence, military leaders, and early advocates of American independence;
- acknowledges the influence of American independence on political thought and reform movements beyond the United States, including in Ireland, and recognizes ongoing opportunities for state-level cultural and economic engagement with Ireland;
- expresses support for expanding Utah-Ireland relations and encourages joint engagement efforts, including a cooperative committee and Ireland's consideration of appointing an Honorary Consul General in Utah; and
- directs that a certified copy of the resolution be sent to specified officials and organizations in Ireland and the United States.
Plain-Language Summary
AI-generated summary. We recommend consulting the bill text for important decisions.
Marking the 250th anniversary of American independence, this resolution formally recognizes the contributions of Irish and Irish-American individuals to the founding of the United States, highlighting eight signers of the Declaration of Independence of Irish descent, military leaders like General John Sullivan, and figures such as John Dunlap — the Irish immigrant who printed the first copies of the Declaration. Beyond historical recognition, the resolution encourages Utah's Legislature and executive branch to form a joint committee with Irish counterparts to expand trade and commerce, and calls on Ireland to appoint an Honorary Consul General in Utah.
Votes
Motion: Favorable Recommendation
Motion: Favorable Recommendation
Documents
Floor Debates
Committee Hearings
Other Versions
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Subjects
Action History35
Senate/ to Lieutenant Governor
Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
Senate/ received enrolled bill from Printing
Senate Secretary
Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing
Senate Secretary
Enrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate
Senate Secretary
Draft of Enrolled Bill Prepared
Legislative Research and General Counsel / Enrolling
Last updated Mar 26, 2026, 9:46 PM