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S.Res. 469 · 114th Congress

A resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising, a seminal moment in the journey…

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A resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising, a seminal moment in the journey of Ireland to independence.

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2 cosponsors · 1 D, 1 R

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  1. Senate Introduced May 18, 2016
  2. Senate Passed May 19, 2016

Recognizes the special ties between Ireland and the United States and importance of nurturing and renewing the unique relationship between the two countries.

What it does: CRS summary · Passed Senate without amendment · May 19, 2016

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Recognizes the special ties between Ireland and the United States and importance of nurturing and renewing the unique relationship between the two countries.

Welcomes the program of commemorations in the United States marking the 100th anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising of Ireland, including the events taking place in Washington, DC.

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

About this bill and sources

Official title: A resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising, a seminal moment in the journey of Ireland to independence.

Latest action (May 19, 2016): Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3036; text as passed Senate: CR 5/18/2016 S2978)

Policy area: International Affairs · Origin: Senate · Introduced: May 18, 2016

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  1. Senate Introduced May 18, 2016
  2. Senate Passed May 19, 2016

No recorded floor vote found.