Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Postal Service should issue a commemorative postage stamp honoring Lewis Howard Latimer, in recognition of his distinctive life, scientific achievements, and his civic contributions to technological advancement, to commemorate the 175th year anniversary of his birth and that the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp be issued.
Latest action · Sep 1, 2023 Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
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- IntroducedSep 1, 2023
- Agreed to in HouseNot reached
Summary
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that a commemorative stamp should be issued by the U.S. Postal Service honoring the life and legacy of Lewis Howard Latimer.
Cosponsors
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Actions 2
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- Sep 1, 2023Introduced in House
- Sep 1, 2023Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
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- Sep 1, 2023Introduced in House
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