IV 
116TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 901 
Recognizing and celebrating the 200th anniversary of the entry of Maine 
into the Union as the 23d State. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
MARCH 12, 2020 
Ms. PINGREE (for herself and Mr. GOLDEN) submitted the following 
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing and celebrating the 200th anniversary of the 
entry of Maine into the Union as the 23d State. 
Whereas the place now known as Maine is Wabanaki home-
land, and is currently home to vibrant indigenous cul-
tures and communities; 
Whereas Maine was a District of Massachusetts, 1 of the 13 
original colonies of the United States; 
Whereas, by 1820, people living in Maine had built a thriving 
economy that included farming, forestry, fishing, and 
shipbuilding industries; 
Whereas, in March 1820, Congress and President James 
Monroe approved the Missouri Compromise, authorizing 
the establishment of the State of Maine and making it 
the 23d State of the United States; 
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Whereas Maine is characterized by its hardworking, altru-
istic, and independent people, and its strong community 
spirit; 
Whereas the State motto, ‘‘Dirigo’’, Latin for ‘‘I lead’’, re-
flects the trailblazing nature of the State of Maine and 
its 1.3 million inhabitants; 
Whereas Maine has one of the highest numbers of veterans 
per capita in the United States and is the home of the 
Nation’s first veterans’ hospital, Togus; 
Whereas the State contributes greatly to our national defense 
through the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Bath Iron 
Works, Pratt & Whitney, and numerous other suppliers 
and installations whose skilled employees are a vital asset 
to our country; 
Whereas distinguished statesmen from the State of Maine in-
clude William King, Joshua Chamberlain, Hannibal 
Hamlin, Margaret Chase Smith, and Edmund Muskie; 
Whereas Maine is known as ‘‘The Pine Tree State’’ and ‘‘Va-
cationland’’ for its extensive forests and spectacular sce-
nery that draw millions of visitors every year; 
Whereas the majestic beauty of Mount Katahdin, one of New 
England’s highest peaks and the northern terminus of 
the Appalachian Trail, and other unspoiled natural treas-
ures beckon outdoor enthusiasts; 
Whereas Maine’s rugged coastline and vibrant fall foliage are 
showcased in particular splendor in Acadia National 
Park, 1 of the 10 most visited national parks in the 
country; 
Whereas the pristine Atlantic waters off Maine’s coast sup-
port fishermen and women as well as the iconic lobster 
industry, which is the Nation’s most valuable fishery and 
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has become known worldwide as a standard of seafood 
excellence; 
Whereas Maine is the most forested State in the country, 
with a long history of pulp and paper production and an 
exciting recent turn towards innovation and diversifica-
tion of forest products; 
Whereas the fertile soils of northern and eastern Maine have 
helped farmers produce the best potatoes and wild blue-
berries for generations and have supported the increase 
of organic agriculture operations; 
Whereas, March 15, 2020, marks the 200th anniversary of 
the attainment of statehood by Maine; and 
Whereas that bicentennial is a monumental occasion to cele-
brate and commemorate the achievements of the great 
State of Maine: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House recognizes and celebrates 
the 200th anniversary of the entry of Maine into the 
Union as the 23d State. 
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