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110th Congress > House > Vote 1005

Date: October 29, 2007

Result: 358-0 (Passed)

Clerk session vote number: 1012

Vote Subject Matter: Government Management / Government Organization

Sponsor: WILSON, Joe (R-SC)

Bill number: HRES747

Question: On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree

Description: Recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali

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 titles: Recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali.

Links for more info on the vote: congress.gov

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