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A resolution recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz, expressing appreciation to Iranian-Americans for their contributions to society, and wishing Iranian-Americans and the people of Iran a prosperous new year.

Introduced: March 22, 2010 See on congress.gov
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Mar 22, 2010
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1816; text as passed in Senate: CR S1816; text of measure as introduced: CR S1814-1815)
Mar 22, 2010
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1816; text as passed in Senate: CR S1816; text of measure as introduced: CR S1814-1815)
Mar 22, 2010
Introduced in Senate
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Recognizes the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz and wishes Iranian-Americans, the people of Iran, and all those who observe this holiday a prosperous new year.

Expresses appreciation for Iranian-Americans' contributions to U.S. society.

Encourages the peaceful observance of Nowruz in Iran and supports the right of all Iranians to exercise freedom of assembly, freedom of expression, and freedom of speech.

What's happening now March 22, 2010

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1816; text as passed in Senate: CR S1816; text of measure as introduced: CR S1814-1815)