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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the House should recognize Robert Aitken's Bible as a historical document of the United States Congress.
12/15/2023, 3:51 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 336
Bill 118 HRES 336, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the House should recognize Robert Aitken's Bible as a historical document of the United States Congress," aims to acknowledge the significance of Robert Aitken's Bible in American history.
Robert Aitken was a Scottish immigrant who printed the first English-language Bible in America in 1782. This Bible was specifically requested by Congress to be printed for use in schools and by the military during the American Revolution. It was the only Bible ever authorized by Congress.
The bill highlights the historical importance of Aitken's Bible as a symbol of the early American government's support for the Christian faith and the role of religion in shaping the nation's values. It emphasizes the Bible's role in promoting moral values and providing spiritual guidance to the American people during a critical period in the country's history. The bill does not propose any specific actions or changes in policy but rather seeks to recognize and honor the historical significance of Robert Aitken's Bible as a document that played a role in the early development of the United States Congress. It aims to preserve and celebrate this important piece of American history for future generations to appreciate. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 336 serves as a reminder of the deep roots of religion and faith in American history and the important role that documents like Robert Aitken's Bible played in shaping the values and beliefs of the United States Congress.
Robert Aitken was a Scottish immigrant who printed the first English-language Bible in America in 1782. This Bible was specifically requested by Congress to be printed for use in schools and by the military during the American Revolution. It was the only Bible ever authorized by Congress.
The bill highlights the historical importance of Aitken's Bible as a symbol of the early American government's support for the Christian faith and the role of religion in shaping the nation's values. It emphasizes the Bible's role in promoting moral values and providing spiritual guidance to the American people during a critical period in the country's history. The bill does not propose any specific actions or changes in policy but rather seeks to recognize and honor the historical significance of Robert Aitken's Bible as a document that played a role in the early development of the United States Congress. It aims to preserve and celebrate this important piece of American history for future generations to appreciate. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 336 serves as a reminder of the deep roots of religion and faith in American history and the important role that documents like Robert Aitken's Bible played in shaping the values and beliefs of the United States Congress.
Current Status of Bill HRES 336
Bill HRES 336 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 27, 2023. Bill HRES 336 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 27, 2023.  Bill HRES 336's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight. as of September 12, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 336
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 336
Primary Policy Focus
Arts, Culture, ReligionComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 336
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