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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the symbols and traditions of Christmas should be protected for use by those who celebrate Christmas.
12/30/2022, 3:18 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 850
Bill 117 H.Res. 850, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the symbols and traditions of Christmas should be protected for use by those who celebrate Christmas," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge and support the importance of Christmas symbols and traditions for those who celebrate the holiday.
The resolution emphasizes the significance of Christmas as a time of joy, peace, and goodwill, and recognizes the cultural and religious importance of the holiday to many Americans. It also highlights the historical and traditional aspects of Christmas, such as the use of Christmas trees, nativity scenes, and other symbols that are commonly associated with the holiday.
Furthermore, the resolution aims to protect the rights of individuals and communities to freely express and celebrate Christmas without fear of censorship or discrimination. It asserts that the symbols and traditions of Christmas should be respected and preserved as part of America's diverse cultural heritage. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 850 seeks to promote inclusivity and tolerance towards those who celebrate Christmas, and to ensure that the holiday's symbols and traditions are safeguarded for future generations.
The resolution emphasizes the significance of Christmas as a time of joy, peace, and goodwill, and recognizes the cultural and religious importance of the holiday to many Americans. It also highlights the historical and traditional aspects of Christmas, such as the use of Christmas trees, nativity scenes, and other symbols that are commonly associated with the holiday.
Furthermore, the resolution aims to protect the rights of individuals and communities to freely express and celebrate Christmas without fear of censorship or discrimination. It asserts that the symbols and traditions of Christmas should be respected and preserved as part of America's diverse cultural heritage. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 850 seeks to promote inclusivity and tolerance towards those who celebrate Christmas, and to ensure that the holiday's symbols and traditions are safeguarded for future generations.
Congressional Summary of HRES 850
This resolution recognizes the importance of Christmas symbols and traditions.
The resolution (1) disapproves of attempts to ban references to Christmas, and (2) supports the use of these symbols and traditions by those who celebrate Christmas.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 850
Bill HRES 850 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 14, 2021. Bill HRES 850 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 14, 2021. Bill HRES 850's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of December 14, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 850
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
78Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
78Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 850
Primary Policy Focus
Arts, Culture, ReligionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 850
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the symbols and traditions of Christmas should be protected for use by those who celebrate Christmas.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the symbols and traditions of Christmas should be protected for use by those who celebrate Christmas.
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