Bill Title
Recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali.
Committees
House Foreign Affairs
Bill Summary
Recognizes Diwali as an important festival.Acknowledges the international religious and historical importance of the festival of Diwali.Recognizes and appreciates the religious diversity in both India and the United States and throughout the world. Acknowledges and supports the new relationship of collaboration and dialogue in international efforts between the United States and India. Acknowledges the onset of Diwali and expresses the deepest respect of the House of Representatives to Indian Americans and the Indian Diaspora throughout the world on this significant occasion.
Bill
Sponsor
Committee
House Foreign Affairs
Date
Oct. 29, 2007
Question
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree
Vote Type
2/3 YEA-AND-NAY
Result
Passed
Description
Recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali