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USCMO Advocacy Day 2026

USCMO U.S. Congress Legislative Endorsements

These are priority bills and resolutions that align with USCMO’s advocacy goals on civil rights, religious freedom, immigration, voting rights, humanitarian relief, and global justice.

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Core Ask for Congressional Offices

Ask Members of Congress to co-sponsor, support, and advance USCMO-endorsed legislation that protects Muslim communities, immigrant families, voting rights, humanitarian relief, and international human rights accountability.

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Delegate strategy: If an office is not ready to commit broadly, ask them to identify which of these endorsements they can support now and which ones they are willing to review with staff.

Priority Endorsements

Use these links during meetings and in follow-up emails.

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H.Res. 61 / S.Res. 33
Recognition Muslim American Heritage

Muslim-American Heritage Month Resolution

Recognizes the heritage, contributions, and civic impact of Muslim Americans and supports recognition of Muslim-American Heritage Month.

🇺🇸 Why it matters: Counters erasure by affirming Muslim contributions to American life
🏛️ Lead sponsors: Rep. André Carson / Sen. Cory Booker
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H.R. 485
Recognition Muhammad Ali

Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act

Would posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali in recognition of his achievements, humanitarian legacy, and service to the nation.

🏆 Why it matters: Honors a Muslim American whose impact transcended sport
🏛️ Lead sponsor: Rep. André Carson
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JRDs
Arms Oversight Israel Weapons Sales

Joint Resolutions of Disapproval

Ongoing resolutions introduced under the Arms Export Control Act to block offensive U.S. weapons sales to Israel.

💣 Why it matters: Gives Congress a concrete tool to oppose harmful arms transfers
🏛️ Lead sponsors: Sen. Bernie Sanders and House progressive sponsors
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H.R. 944 / S. 391
Immigration Due Process

Access to Counsel Act

Ensures that individuals detained at U.S. ports of entry can access legal counsel during inspection and immigration processing.

⚖️ Why it matters: Helps protect due process at one of the most vulnerable points in the immigration system
🏛️ Lead sponsors: Rep. Pramila Jayapal / Sen. Alex Padilla
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H.R. 1589
Immigration Dreamers & TPS

American Dream and Promise Act

Creates a pathway to permanent legal status and eventual citizenship for eligible undocumented immigrants, including DACA recipients and TPS holders.

🏠 Why it matters: Supports stability, family unity, and long-term belonging
🏛️ Lead sponsor: Rep. Sylvia Garcia
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H.R. 14
Voting Rights Civil Rights

John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act

Restores and strengthens key protections of the Voting Rights Act by requiring federal review of voting changes in jurisdictions with records of discrimination.

🗽 Why it matters: Protects fair access to the ballot and strengthens democratic participation
🏛️ Lead sponsor: Rep. Terri Sewell

How to Frame These Endorsements

These talking points help unify a wide range of policy asks.

🕌 Religious freedom: Support bills that protect Muslim communities at home and address anti-Muslim discrimination abroad.
⚖️ Due process: Immigration law must respect counsel access, fairness, and family stability.
🗳️ Democracy: Voting rights protections are essential for equal participation in American civic life.
🤲 Humanitarian responsibility: Congress should support relief for civilians facing war, displacement, and hunger.
🛑 Arms accountability: U.S. weapons policy should not fuel repression, mass atrocity, or civilian harm.

Why These Endorsements Matter

Strong closing points for the end of a Hill meeting.

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Protects Muslim Communities

Helps confront Islamophobia, elevate Muslim contributions, and defend equal treatment.

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Strengthens Civil Rights

Advances due process, voting rights, and legal protections for vulnerable communities.

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Promotes Global Justice

Aligns U.S. policy with humanitarian relief, accountability, and human rights principles.

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