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H.Res. 211 (112th)

Expressing support for designation of the first weekend of May as Ten Commandments Weekend to recognize the significant contributions the Ten Commandments have made in shaping the principles, institutions, and national character of the United States.

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Introduced

7 April 2011

Last action

7 April 2011 · Introduced

Status

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Sponsors

Louie Gohmert, Bill Huizenga, Rep. Gingrey, Phil [R-GA-11], Mo Brooks, Rep. Schmidt, Jean [R-OH-2], Rep. Southerland, Steve II [R-FL-2], Paul Gosar, Rep. Pence, Mike [R-IN-6], Rep. Herger, Wally [R-CA-2], Doug Lamborn, Daniel Webster, Tim Walberg, Vicky Hartzler, Rep. Stutzman, Marlin A. [R-IN-3], Rep. Bartlett, Roscoe G. [R-MD-6], Rob Bishop, Bob Gibbs, Rep. Lungren, Daniel E. [R-CA-42], Joe Wilson, WALTER JONES, Rep. Broun, Paul C. [R-GA-10], Rep. Neugebauer, Randy [R-TX-19], Rep. Canseco, Francisco "Quico" [R-TX-23], Pete Olson, Rep. Garrett, Scott [R-NJ-5], Rep. Forbes, J. Randy [R-VA-4], Bill Posey, Bill Flores, Rep. Fleming, John [R-LA-4], Rep. Huelskamp, Tim [R-KS-1], Rep. Myrick, Sue Wilkins [R-NC-9], James Lankford, Rep. Nunnelee, Alan [R-MS-1]

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Summary

Expresses support for the designation of Ten Commandments Weekend. Celebrates the significant role the Ten Commandments have played in the development of public and private U.S. institutions. Encourages citizens of all faiths and religious persuasions to reflect on the impact that the Ten Commandments have had on the people and national character of the United States.

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Timeline

  1. 7 April 2011

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 7 April 2011

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 7 April 2011

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

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