House Simple Resolution 808
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2020.
Introduced
Introduced in House on Jan 24, 2020
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
808
Congress
116
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
This resolution recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Lunar New Year.
The resolution expresses, in observance of this Lunar New Year, the Year of the Rat, the deepest respect of the House of Representatives for Asian Americans and all individuals throughout the world who celebrate this significant occasion.
The resolution wishes Asian Americans and all individuals who observe this holiday a happy and prosperous new year.
January 24, 2020
01/24/2020
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
01/24/2020
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E72)
01/24/2020
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Feb 9, 2022 2:27:54 AM