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H.RES.420: Unequivocally condemning the damaging rhetoric of Lieutenant General William G. Boykin, United States Army, which has promoted hateful stereotypes of the religion of Islam.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced Oct. 28, 2003
- Latest Major Action Dec. 10, 2003
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
18 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Declares that the House of Representatives: (1) unequivocally condemns the damaging rhetoric of Lieutenant General William G. Boykin, United States Army, which has promoted hateful stereotypes of the religion of Islam; and (2) reaffirms the remarks made by President George W. Bush on October 24, 2003, that "Islam is a peaceful religion, and people who practice the Islamic faith have made great contributions to our Nation and the world." .
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.
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Oct. 28, 2003 |
Introduced in the House by Maurice D. Hinchey (D-N.Y.) |