Senate Simple Resolution 678
115th Congress(2017-2018)
A resolution recognizing the month of October 2018 as Filipino American History Month and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the United States.
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Oct 11, 2018
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Simple Resolution
Simple Resolution
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Bill Number
678
Congress
115
Policy Area
Immigration
Immigration
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No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Recognizes the celebration of Filipino American History Month in October 2018 as: (1) a testament to the advancement of Filipino Americans, and (2) a time to renew efforts toward the research and examination of history and culture so as to provide an opportunity for all people of the United States to learn more about Filipino Americans and to appreciate the historic contributions of Filipino Americans to the United States.
October 11, 2018
10/11/2018
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6823-6824)
10/11/2018
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:41:05 PM