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H.RES.810: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the life and work of Elie Wiesel in promoting human rights, peace, and Holocaust remembrance.
About This Bill
- Introduced July 7, 2016
- Latest Major Action Sept. 12, 2016
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
170 (129 Democrats, 41 Republicans)
Bill Versions
- Engrossed in House - Sept. 12, 2016
- Introduced in House - July 7, 2016
Bill Summary
Extends the deepest sympathies of the House of Representatives to the members of the family of Elie Wiesel. Urges the continuation of Wiesel's work and legacy to preserve the memory of individuals who perished in the Holocaust, to prevent the recurrence of another Holocaust, to combat hate and intolerance, and to never forget and learn from the lessons of history.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Sept. 12, 2016 |
Voice Vote in the HouseOn motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5259) |
Sept. 12, 2016 |
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 810.
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Sept. 12, 2016 |
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5259-5263)
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Sept. 12, 2016 |
Ms. Ros-Lehtinen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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July 14, 2016 |
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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July 14, 2016 |
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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July 7, 2016 |
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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July 7, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Steve Israel (D-N.Y.) |