HRES 847
110th Congress
House
Commemorations
Christianity
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Congressional tributes
Religion
Religious liberty
Recognizing the importance of Christmas and the Christian faith.
Introduced: December 6, 2007
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To President
Became law
Dec 11, 2007
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 372 - 9, 10 Present (Roll no. 1143). (text: CR H15233)
Dec 11, 2007
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Dec 11, 2007
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 372 - 9, 10 Present (Roll no. 1143).(text: CR H15233)
Dec 11, 2007
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H15274)
Dec 11, 2007
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Dec 11, 2007
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 847.
Dec 11, 2007
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H15233-15234)
Dec 11, 2007
Mr. Meeks (NY) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Dec 6, 2007
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Dec 6, 2007
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2007 | House · vote #1143 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended | Passed | 372–9 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
Recognizes the Christian faith as one of the great religions of the world.
Acknowledges: (1) the international religious and historical importance of Christmas and the Christian faith; and (2) the role of Christians and Christianity in the founding of the United States and in the formation of the western civilization.
Rejects bigotry and persecution directed against Christians.
Expresses support for and respect to Christians in the United States and throughout the world.
What's happening now
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 372 - 9, 10 Present (Roll no. 1143). (text: CR H15233)
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