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112th Congress
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Expressing support for designation of February 12, 2011, as Darwin Day and recognizing the importance of science in the betterment of humanity.
Introduced: February 9, 2011
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Feb 10, 2011
Referred to the Subcommittee on Research and Science Education.
Feb 9, 2011
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Feb 9, 2011
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E178)
Feb 9, 2011
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
Supports the designation of February 12, 2011, the anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin in 1809, as Darwin Day.
Recognizes Charles Darwin as a worthy symbol on which to celebrate the achievements of reason, science, and the advancement of human knowledge.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Research and Science Education.
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