United States 113th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HRES 179 — Recognizing "International Jazz Day".

Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats.

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Summary

Congratulates the Republic of Turkey and the city of Istanbul for hosting the 2013 International Jazz Day, and commends the Thelonius Monk Institute for its role in coordinating the worldwide celebration. Recognizes the historic connection between Turkey and jazz through the contributions of the Ertegun brothers. Thanks Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu, Turkish Minister of Culture and Tourism Omer Celik, and Turkish Ambassador Namik Tan for their assistance in assuring that the International Jazz Day celebration will be an important cultural and diplomatic success.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats.

  2. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Not signed on (546)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 179 do?
Congratulates the Republic of Turkey and the city of Istanbul for hosting the 2013 International Jazz Day, and commends the Thelonius Monk Institute for its role in coordinating the worldwide celebration. Recognizes the historic connection between Turkey and jazz through the contributions of the Ertegun brothers. Thanks Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu, Turkish Minister of Culture and Tourism Omer Celik, and Turkish Ambassador Namik Tan for their assistance in assuring that the International Jazz Day celebration will be an important cultural and diplomatic success.
Who sponsors HRES 179?
HRES 179 is sponsored by John Conyers (D).
What is the current status of HRES 179?
This bill died with 113th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HRES 179?
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