United States · Resolution · HRES
H.Res. 1269 (111th)
Commemorating the 400th anniversary of the first use of the telescope for astronomical observation by the Italian scientist Galileo Galilei.
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15 April 2010
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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7 April 2025
Summary
Commemorates the 400th anniversary of the first use of the telescope by Galileo Galilei for astronomical observation. Marks this discovery as one of the major events impacting mankind. Expresses the gratitude of the House of Representatives for Galileo's expansion of the universe and mankind's understanding of his place in the cosmos. Joins the world in celebration of The International Year of Astronomy.
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Engrossed in House (text)
Engrossed in House (text)
Engrossed in House · EN · 4 May 2010
Engrossed in House (PDF)
Engrossed in House · EN · 4 May 2010
Passed House without amendment
summary · EN · 4 May 2010
Introduced in House (text)
Introduced in House · EN · 15 April 2010
Introduced in House (PDF)
Introduced in House · EN · 15 April 2010
Introduced in House
summary · EN · 15 April 2010
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/111th-congress/house-resolution/1269
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/111/hres/1269