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- H.RES.223
H.RES.223: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a postage stamp should be issued in commemoration of Diwali, a festival celebrated by people of Indian origin.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced April 20, 2005
- Latest Major Action April 20, 2005
- See the five similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
32 (28 Democrats, 5 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) a postage stamp should be issued by the United States Postal Service (USPS) in commemoration of Diwali, a festival celebrated by people of Indian origin; and (2) the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee of the USPS should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp be issued.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
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| April 20, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by Frank Pallone (D-N.J.) |