House Simple Resolution 189
115th Congress(2017-2018)
Recognizing the historic, cultural, and religious significance of the festival of Vaisakhi, and for other purposes.
Introduced
Introduced in House on Mar 10, 2017
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Simple Resolution
Simple Resolution
A form of legislative measure introduced and potentially acted upon by only one congressional chamber and used for the regulation of business only within the chamber of origin. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Res. or S.Res. Joint resolutions and concurrent resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
189
Congress
115
Policy Area
Arts, Culture, Religion
Arts, Culture, Religion
Primary focus of measure is art, literature, performing arts in all formats; arts and humanities funding; libraries, exhibitions, cultural centers; sound recording, motion pictures, television and film; cultural property and resources; cultural relations; and religion. Measures concerning intellectual property aspects of the arts may fall under Commerce policy area. Measures concerning religious freedom may fall under Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Recognizes the historic, cultural, and religious significance of the festival of Vaisakhi and its significance to Sikh communities in the United States and around the world.
Expresses respect for all communities that celebrate Vaisakhi.
March 10, 2017
03/10/2017
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
03/10/2017
Introduced in House
Public Record
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