Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's Friendship Day.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (4 Oct 2007): Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
What this bill does
H.Con.Res. 205 is a congressional resolution that expresses support for National Women's Friendship Day. It acknowledges the importance of friendship among women, citing its role in personal well-being, community strength, and historical movements. The resolution also notes that the day was established by Kappa Delta Sorority and is celebrated annually on the third Sunday of September.
This resolution affects women by recognizing and encouraging the celebration of their friendships. It calls for communities across the United States to observe National Women's Friendship Day, suggesting various ways individuals and groups can participate, such as sending messages, meeting up, or organizing community service activities.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 6, 2007, by Representative Steve Cohen. It was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform and was later ordered to be reported by unanimous consent on October 4, 2007. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and the Senate, it would express the sentiment of Congress.
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Official summary
Supports the goals and ideals of, and encourages communities throughout the United States to recognize, National Women's Friendship Day.
Timeline
4 Oct 2007
Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 205 do?
- H.Con.Res. 205 is a congressional resolution that expresses support for National Women's Friendship Day. It acknowledges the importance of friendship among women, citing its role in personal well-being, community strength, and historical movements. The resolution also notes that the day was established by Kappa Delta Sorority and is celebrated annually on the third Sunday of September. This resolution affects women by recognizing and encouraging the celebration of their friendships. It calls for communities across the United States to observe National Women's Friendship Day, suggesting various ways individuals and groups can participate, such as sending messages, meeting up, or organizing community service activities. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 6, 2007, by Representative Steve Cohen. It was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform and was later ordered to be reported by unanimous consent on October 4, 2007. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and the Senate, it would express the sentiment of Congress.
- Has H.Con.Res. 205 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 205. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 205?
- H.Con.Res. 205 was sponsored by Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9] (D-TN), with 53 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 205?
- Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent. (4 Oct 2007).
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