Jeff Duncan: “H. Res. 41 expresses the sense of the House of Representatives regarding 'National Tartan Day.' This is a resolution for…”

“H. Res. 41 expresses the sense of the House of Representatives regarding 'National Tartan Day.' This is a resolution for which I have the privilege to be the primary Republican sponsor, and the primary sponsor on the Democratic side has been the gentleman from North Carolina (Mr. McIntyre). Each year, thousands of Americans of Scottish origin recognize April 6 as Tartan or Clan Day. Next month many events around the country will commemorate National Tartan Day at churches, festivals, and other social gatherings. In March 1998, the Senate designated April 6 of each year as National Tartan Day because that is the date the Declaration of Arbroath was drafted. The House no longer permits establishments of commemorations, but I am pleased to support National Tartan Day and salute all Americans who will observe this day. The consideration of this resolution also provides an opportunity to review an important time in world history.”