What This Bill Does
H. Res. 1367 is a nonbinding House resolution that honors the work of Kansas City, Missouri and Kansas, and surrounding communities, in preparing for the 2026 World Cup. It celebrates the city’s role as one of the 11 U.S. host cities for a tournament that will feature 104 matches and 48 teams across 3 countries. The resolution does not create a federal program, set aside money, or change eligibility for anyone; it is a formal expression of appreciation for local officials, volunteers, small businesses, schools, and first responders. Its main effect is symbolic recognition of the people and institutions supporting the event.
- Honors Kansas City, Missouri and Kansas, plus surrounding communities, for World Cup preparation.
- Describes the 2026 World Cup as a 104-match tournament with 48 teams in 3 countries.
- Acknowledges the role of first responders, public works, transportation officials, volunteers, small businesses, teams, and schools.
- Does not authorize federal spending or create a new program.
- Refers the resolution to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Who This Bill Affects
For most people, this resolution has no direct legal or financial effect because it does not appropriate money, create a program, or change eligibility for anything. If you live in Kansas City or nearby communities, the main impact is symbolic: Congress would be formally recognizing the work of local responders, volunteers, schools, small businesses, and officials who are preparing the region for the World Cup.
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- Kansas City residents and local civic leaders They would view the resolution as a national acknowledgment of the effort required to host a global event. It recognizes the people and institutions that have worked to make the area safe, clean, accessible, and welcoming.
- Small businesses and event-service workers A formal congressional commendation can help validate the economic and community role of local businesses that support fans, teams, and visitors. Supporters may argue that national recognition helps put a spotlight on the host region’s preparedness and hospitality.
- Sports fans and tourism stakeholders They are likely to support a resolution that celebrates the World Cup’s scale and the city’s role as a host. The text reinforces the idea that major global events can be successfully staged outside the largest U.S. metropolitan areas.
- Fiscal conservatives and anti-symbolic spending critics They may argue Congress should focus on substantive policy rather than passing honorary resolutions with no direct effect. From this view, such measures use legislative attention without solving a concrete problem.
- Residents frustrated by event-related disruption Some local residents may worry that large events bring traffic, crowding, and strain on public services. They could see praise for the event as overlooking those costs, even if the resolution itself imposes no new burdens.
- Government transparency advocates They may argue that a congratulatory resolution can obscure the question of how host-city preparations were financed and managed. Even without authorizing spending, symbolic approval can be seen as endorsing a broader event strategy without scrutiny.
Key Implications
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““honors the dedication and hard work and effort of all the Kansas City and surrounding Missouri and Kansas communities””
This means Congress is giving formal recognition to local people and institutions involved in preparing the region for the tournament. It is a praise measure, not a funding or regulatory measure.
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““the 2026 World Cup is the largest tournament in history with 104 matches, 48 teams””
The resolution frames the event as unusually large, which helps explain why host communities face significant coordination demands. The scale suggests more pressure on transportation, public safety, hospitality, and volunteer staffing.
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““first responders, public works, transportation officials, and volunteers have all worked diligently””
This points to the practical responsibilities that local governments and volunteers take on around a major sports event. It implies that the host area must maintain safety, cleanliness, and access for large numbers of visitors.
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““affirms the commitment to the American people that global events will not always be housed in American megacities””
The House is signaling support for spreading major international events beyond the largest U.S. cities. That may matter to mid-sized cities seeking future host opportunities and the investment that follows them.
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““commends the small businesses, teams, schools, volunteers, and officials””
This broadens the recognition beyond government workers to the local private and nonprofit ecosystem that supports a World Cup host city. It suggests the event’s success depends on coordinated community participation.
Latest Status
June 15, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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