Requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in the United States Capitol.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (5 Jan 2007): Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E22-23)
What this bill does
This concurrent resolution, H.Con.Res. 12, would require the display of the Ten Commandments in the United States Capitol. If passed, it would direct that a copy of the Ten Commandments be prominently displayed in the Capitol building. The resolution states that the Ten Commandments are recognized as a declaration of fundamental principles that form the cornerstone of a fair and just society, and that they have significantly influenced Western legal principles and promoted respect for laws and societal good.
The resolution is sponsored by Representative Cliff Stearns and Representative Westmoreland. It was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on House Administration. The current status indicates that the sponsor made introductory remarks on the measure. The bill's next steps would involve consideration by the Committee on House Administration and potentially a vote in the House. If passed by the House, it would then need to be considered and concurred with by the Senate.
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Timeline
5 Jan 2007
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E22-23)
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 12 do?
- This concurrent resolution, H.Con.Res. 12, would require the display of the Ten Commandments in the United States Capitol. If passed, it would direct that a copy of the Ten Commandments be prominently displayed in the Capitol building. The resolution states that the Ten Commandments are recognized as a declaration of fundamental principles that form the cornerstone of a fair and just society, and that they have significantly influenced Western legal principles and promoted respect for laws and societal good. The resolution is sponsored by Representative Cliff Stearns and Representative Westmoreland. It was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on House Administration. The current status indicates that the sponsor made introductory remarks on the measure. The bill's next steps would involve consideration by the Committee on House Administration and potentially a vote in the House. If passed by the House, it would then need to be considered and concurred with by the Senate.
- Has H.Con.Res. 12 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 12. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 12?
- H.Con.Res. 12 was sponsored by Rep. Stearns, Cliff [R-FL-6] (R-FL), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 12?
- Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E22-23) (5 Jan 2007).
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