A resolution recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali.

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Bill Number

SRES 277

Introduced

Oct 30, 2013

Latest Action

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

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Asia Commemorative events and holidays Congressional tributes Cultural exchanges and relations India International Affairs Religion

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(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Recognizes the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali, the festival of lights, and expresses respect for the people of India, Indian Americans, and members of the Indian diaspora around the world on this significant occasion.

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Nov 4, 2013

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Nov 4, 2013

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Nov 4, 2013

Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7800)
Nov 4, 2013

Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7800)
Oct 31, 2013

Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Oct 30, 2013

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7682)
Oct 30, 2013

Introduced in Senate

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