H.Res. 245 (110th): Recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali.

Introduced:
Mar 14, 2007 (110th Congress, 2007–2009)
Sponsor:
Rep. Joe Wilson [R-SC2]
Status:
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)

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This simple resolution was agreed to on September 27, 2008. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

Progress
Introduced Mar 14, 2007
Agreed To (Simple Resolution) Sep 27, 2008
Cosponsors
52 cosponsors (40D, 12R) (show)
Committees

House Oversight and Government Reform

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Last updated Sep 27, 2008.
2 pages

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9/27/2008--Passed House without amendment. (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the religious and historical significance of Diwali, an annual festival celebrated by many South Asians that is particularly significant to Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains. Requests the President to issue a proclamation recognizing Diwali.

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