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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [H. Res. 1126 Introduced in House (IH)]
119th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1126
Recognizing the role of Mae Krier and her contributions as she celebrates her 100th birthday.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
March 19, 2026
Mr. Fitzpatrick submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce
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RESOLUTION
Recognizing the role of Mae Krier and her contributions as she celebrates her 100th birthday.
Whereas, on March 21, 1926, Mae Krier was born in Dawson, North Dakota; Whereas Mae Krier answered the call to work on the wings of B-29 and B-17 aircraft at Boeing in Seattle during World War II, becoming an original "Rosie the Riveter"; Whereas Mae worked for Boeing for the entirety of the war, helping build over 6,000 aircraft; Whereas, after the war, Mae moved to southeastern Pennsylvania with her family; Whereas Mae represents an example of the incredible women who stepped forward as Rosie the Riveters during World War II, representing a cultural shift that opened the doors for future generations of women; Whereas, between 1940 and 1945, women entered the workforce in unprecedented numbers, with the percentage of women in the workforce jumping from 27 percent to nearly 37 percent; Whereas Mae has been a fierce advocate for preserving and teaching the history of the Rosies, and their contributions on the homefront, which helped lead to the defeat of tyranny and the preservation of democracy; Whereas Mae's efforts as a Rosie have been recognized with the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian honor awarded by Congress; Whereas the service, courage, and unyielding spirit of the Rosies serve as an example of American perseverance and resilience; Whereas Mae is beloved by her children, her grandchildren, her great- grandchildren, and the entire community; and Whereas honoring Mae Krier, in her efforts as a Rosie and in advocating for the memory of the Rosies, strengthens the Nation's sense of patriotism and serves as an inspiration to young women across the country: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the House of Representatives recognizes and thanks Mae Krier on her 100th birthday for her contributions to the Nation as a Rosie the Riveter and trailblazer.