United States 113th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

SRES 277 — A resolution recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali.

Last action — Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

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Summary

Recognizes the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali, the festival of lights, and expresses respect for the people of India, Indian Americans, and members of the Indian diaspora around the world on this significant occasion.

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Action History

  1. Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

  2. Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7800)

  3. Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

  4. Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7682)

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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 SRES 277 do?
Recognizes the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali, the festival of lights, and expresses respect for the people of India, Indian Americans, and members of the Indian diaspora around the world on this significant occasion.
Who sponsors SRES 277?
SRES 277 is sponsored by Mark Warner (D).
What is the current status of SRES 277?
This bill died with 113th Congress. It reached “Introduced” 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 SRES 277?
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