H.Res. 783 (111th): Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the vast contributions of Hispanic Americans to the strength and culture of the United States.

Introduced:
Sep 29, 2009 (111th Congress, 2009–2010)
Sponsor:
Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart [R-FL25]
Status:
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)

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Status

This simple resolution was agreed to on October 29, 2009. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

Progress
Introduced Sep 29, 2009
Agreed To (Simple Resolution) Oct 29, 2009
Votes

House Vote on Passage
Oct 29, 2009 1:50 p.m.
Passed 423/0

Cosponsors
72 cosponsors (39R, 33D) (show)
Committees

House Oversight and Government Reform

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Summary

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Text

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Last updated Oct 29, 2009.
3 pages

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10/28/2009--Passed House without amendment. (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrates the vast contributions of Hispanic-Americans to the strength and culture of the United States.

House Republican Conference Summary

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Background

According to the resolution findings, September 15, 2009, through October 15, 2009, the United States celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month.

Summary

H.Res. 783 would resolve that the House of Representatives:
• "Recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month;
• "Celebrates the vast contributions of Hispanic-Americans to the strength and culture of the United States; and
• "Encourages the people of the United States to observe Hispanic Heritage Month with appropriate programs and activities."

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