Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the life and work of Elie Wiesel in promoting human rights, peace, and Holocaust remembrance.

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Bill Number

HRES 810

Introduced

Jul 7, 2016

Latest Action

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5259)

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Art, artists, authorship Congressional tributes Europe Germany Human rights International Affairs Literature War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity World history

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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.

Actions

Sep 12, 2016

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5259)
Sep 12, 2016

Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H5259)
Sep 12, 2016

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 810.
Sep 12, 2016

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5259-5263)
Sep 12, 2016

Ms. Ros-Lehtinen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Jul 14, 2016

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Jul 14, 2016

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Jul 7, 2016

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Jul 7, 2016

Introduced in House

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