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Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the independence of the Bahamas.
Introduced: October 30, 2013
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4 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Dec 6, 2013
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.
Oct 30, 2013
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Oct 30, 2013
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1615-1616)
Oct 30, 2013
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
Joins the people of the Bahamas and the Bahamian diaspora worldwide in commemorating the 40th anniversary of the independence of the Bahamas.
Recognizes that the United States and the Bahamas are united by a shared history, common values, and a commitment to democracy and human rights.
What's happening now
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.
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