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- H.R.2216
H.R.2216: To provide for greater recognition of Veterans Day each year.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced May 22, 2003
- Latest Major Action May 22, 2003
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
14 (9 Democrats, 6 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Encourages: (1) Americans to demonstrate their support for veterans on Veterans Day by treating that day as a special day of reflection; (2) houses of worship and other institutions to ring bells at 11:00 AM on such Day; and (3) people to then observe a moment of reflection in recognition of veterans. Authorizes and requests the President to issue a proclamation each year in connection with the observance of Veterans Day calling on Americans...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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| May 22, 2003 |
Introduced in the House by Joe Baca (D-Calif.) |