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H.Res. 798 · 111th Congress

Conveying the best wishes of the House of Representatives to those celebrating Diwali.

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Never voted on. It didn't reach a floor vote before the 111th Congress ended, so it expired. A bill has to be introduced again to be considered in a new Congress.

D McDermottSponsor

52 cosponsors · 46 D, 6 R

6 signed on when it was introduced; the rest joined later. Cosponsors who withdrew aren't shown.

Recognizes the historical and religious significance of Diwali.

What it does: CRS summary · Introduced in House · Oct 6, 2009

Recognizes the historical and religious significance of Diwali.

Celebrates the rich cultural and religious diversity of the people of the United States and the freedom of religion guaranteed to all Americans.

Conveys best wishes to its fellow Americans and to people around the world celebrating Diwali.

Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov

About this bill and sources

Official title: Conveying the best wishes of the House of Representatives to those celebrating Diwali.

Latest action (Oct 29, 2009): Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.

Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion · Origin: House · Introduced: Oct 6, 2009

Official page on Congress.gov · Bill text (GovInfo) · Status record (XML)

No recorded floor vote found.