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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Parthenon Marbles should be returned to Greece.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 510

Bill 118 HRES 510, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Parthenon Marbles should be returned to Greece," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The resolution calls for the return of the Parthenon Marbles, also known as the Elgin Marbles, to Greece.

The Parthenon Marbles are a collection of ancient Greek sculptures that were originally part of the Parthenon temple in Athens. They were removed from Greece in the early 19th century by Thomas Bruce, the 7th Earl of Elgin, and have been housed in the British Museum in London ever since.

The resolution argues that the Parthenon Marbles are an important part of Greece's cultural heritage and should be returned to their rightful home. It expresses the belief that the marbles belong in Greece, where they can be properly preserved and appreciated by the Greek people. The resolution does not have the force of law, but it serves as a statement of the House of Representatives' position on the issue. It is a non-binding resolution that urges the British government to consider returning the Parthenon Marbles to Greece. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 510 is a symbolic gesture of support for Greece's efforts to reclaim the Parthenon Marbles and highlights the ongoing debate over the ownership and repatriation of cultural artifacts.

Congressional Summary of HRES 510

This resolution states that the government of the United Kingdom should enter into negotiations with the government of Greece to facilitate the return of the Parthenon Marbles to Greece. (The Parthenon Marbles are marble sculptures that were removed from the Parthenon in the early 19th century when it was under Ottoman rule and later transferred to the British Museum.)

Current Status of Bill HRES 510

Bill HRES 510 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 14, 2023. Bill HRES 510 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 14, 2023.  Bill HRES 510's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of June 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 510

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 510

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 510

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Parthenon Marbles should be returned to Greece.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Parthenon Marbles should be returned to Greece.

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