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Expressing support for designating Iranian American Heritage Month.
3/26/2025, 12:46 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 243
Bill 119 HRES 243, also known as the Iranian American Heritage Month resolution, is a piece of legislation that expresses support for designating the month of April as Iranian American Heritage Month. The bill recognizes the contributions of Iranian Americans to the United States and celebrates their rich cultural heritage.
The resolution highlights the significant impact that Iranian Americans have had on various aspects of American society, including in the fields of science, technology, business, arts, and culture. It also acknowledges the challenges that Iranian Americans have faced, such as discrimination and prejudice, and calls for greater understanding and appreciation of their contributions.
The bill emphasizes the importance of promoting diversity and inclusivity in American society and encourages the celebration of the cultural heritage of all communities. It also calls on the President to issue a proclamation recognizing April as Iranian American Heritage Month and to encourage the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 243 aims to honor and celebrate the achievements and contributions of Iranian Americans, while also promoting unity and understanding among all communities in the United States.
The resolution highlights the significant impact that Iranian Americans have had on various aspects of American society, including in the fields of science, technology, business, arts, and culture. It also acknowledges the challenges that Iranian Americans have faced, such as discrimination and prejudice, and calls for greater understanding and appreciation of their contributions.
The bill emphasizes the importance of promoting diversity and inclusivity in American society and encourages the celebration of the cultural heritage of all communities. It also calls on the President to issue a proclamation recognizing April as Iranian American Heritage Month and to encourage the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 243 aims to honor and celebrate the achievements and contributions of Iranian Americans, while also promoting unity and understanding among all communities in the United States.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 243
Bill HRES 243 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 24, 2025. Bill HRES 243 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 24, 2025. Bill HRES 243's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. as of March 24, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 243
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
2Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
7Democrat Cosponsors
7Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 243
Primary Policy Focus
Arts, Culture, ReligionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 243
Expressing support for designating Iranian American Heritage Month.
Expressing support for designating Iranian American Heritage Month.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 243
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