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H.Res. 267 (111th)

Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz, expressing appreciation to Iranian-Americans for their contributions to society, and wishing Iranian-Americans and the people of Iran a prosperous new year.

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Introduced

19 March 2009

Last action

15 March 2010 · Floor

Status

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Sponsors

Rep. Honda, Michael M. [D-CA-17], CAROLYN MALONEY, Linda Sánchez, Rep. Filner, Bob [D-CA-51], Raúl Grijalva, Rep. Wolf, Frank R. [R-VA-10], Keith Ellison, Rep. Moran, James P. [D-VA-8], Rep. Kucinich, Dennis J. [D-OH-10], JOHN LEWIS, Gregory Meeks, Rep. Hinchey, Maurice D. [D-NY-22], Rep. Farr, Sam [D-CA-20], Betty McCollum, Rep. Tierney, John F. [D-MA-6], Earl Blumenauer, PETER DEFAZIO, JOHN CONYERS, Al Green, Zoe Lofgren, Rep. Tauscher, Ellen O. [D-CA-10], Rep. Woolsey, Lynn C. [D-CA-6], Rep. Richardson, Laura [D-CA-37], Rep. Kosmas, Suzanne M. [D-FL-24], Rep. Paul, Ron [R-TX-22], Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI], Rep. Mica, John L. [R-FL-7], Jerry McNerney, Rep. McDermott, Jim [D-WA-7], André Carson, DANA ROHRABACHER, Rep. Boren, Dan [D-OK-2], Rep. Fattah, Chaka [D-PA-2], Rep. Wexler, Robert [D-FL-19], Jerrold Nadler, Steve Cohen, Tammy Baldwin, Rep. Edwards, Donna F. [D-MD-4], Rep. Wu, David [D-OR-1], Rep. Stark, Fortney Pete [D-CA-9], Rep. Bilbray, Brian P. [R-CA-50], Rep. Rogers, Mike J. [R-MI-8], Gerald Connolly, Sheila Jackson Lee, Robert Wittman, Rep. Forbes, J. Randy [R-VA-4], ELIJAH CUMMINGS, JOHN CULBERSON

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Summary

Recognizes the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz and wishes Iranian-Americans, the people of Iran, and all those who observe this holiday a prosperous new year. Expresses appreciation for Iranian-Americans' contributions to U.S. society.

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Timeline

  1. 19 March 2009

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 19 March 2009

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 19 March 2009

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 27 January 2010

    Reported

    Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.

    Source: Committee

  5. 27 January 2010

    Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Source: Committee

  6. 15 March 2010

    Passed

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

    Source: Floor

  7. 15 March 2010

    Vote

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 384 - 2 (Roll no. 115). (text: CR H1407)

    Source: Floor

  8. 15 March 2010

    Vote

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 384 - 2 (Roll no. 115).(text: CR H1407)

    Source: Floor

  9. 15 March 2010

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1407-1408)

    Source: Floor

  10. 15 March 2010

    Vote

    At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

    Source: Floor

  11. 15 March 2010

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 267.

    Source: Floor

  12. 15 March 2010

    Floor

    Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

    Source: Floor

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