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Expressing support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his impact on the Italian-American community, and recognizing the second Monday in October as "Columbus Day".
12/15/2023, 3:52 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 764
Bill 118 H.Res. 764, titled "Expressing support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his impact on the Italian-American community, and recognizing the second Monday in October as 'Columbus Day'", is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to show support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus, the Italian explorer who is credited with discovering the Americas in 1492, and to acknowledge his impact on the Italian-American community.
The resolution specifically calls for the designation of the second Monday in October as "Columbus Day", a federal holiday that has been celebrated in the United States since 1937. This day is meant to honor Columbus's historic voyage and the contributions of Italian-Americans to American society.
The resolution highlights the importance of recognizing Columbus's role in history and the positive impact he has had on the Italian-American community. It also emphasizes the need to continue celebrating Columbus Day as a way to honor the cultural heritage and achievements of Italian-Americans. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 764 aims to express support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his significance, as well as to reaffirm the importance of celebrating Columbus Day as a way to honor the contributions of Italian-Americans to American society.
The resolution specifically calls for the designation of the second Monday in October as "Columbus Day", a federal holiday that has been celebrated in the United States since 1937. This day is meant to honor Columbus's historic voyage and the contributions of Italian-Americans to American society.
The resolution highlights the importance of recognizing Columbus's role in history and the positive impact he has had on the Italian-American community. It also emphasizes the need to continue celebrating Columbus Day as a way to honor the cultural heritage and achievements of Italian-Americans. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 764 aims to express support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his significance, as well as to reaffirm the importance of celebrating Columbus Day as a way to honor the contributions of Italian-Americans to American society.
Congressional Summary of HRES 764
This resolution supports the observance of the second Monday in October as Columbus Day and honors the contributions of the Italian-American community thanks to the influence of Christopher Columbus.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 764
Bill HRES 764 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since October 25, 2023. Bill HRES 764 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 6, 2023. Bill HRES 764's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. as of October 25, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 764
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
28Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
28Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 764
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 764
Expressing support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his impact on the Italian-American community, and recognizing the second Monday in October as "Columbus Day".
Expressing support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his impact on the Italian-American community, and recognizing the second Monday in October as "Columbus Day".
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