Celebrating the birth of Abraham Lincoln and recognizing the prominence the Declaration of Independence played in the development of Abraham Lincoln's beliefs.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (13 Feb 2008): Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
What this bill does
This concurrent resolution, H.Con.Res. 281, is a proposal by members of the House of Representatives to celebrate Abraham Lincoln's birth. It specifically aims to recognize the significant role the Declaration of Independence played in shaping Lincoln's beliefs. The resolution would formally acknowledge Lincoln's life and his connection to the Declaration's principles, such as equality and unalienable rights.
If passed, the resolution would encourage the President to issue an annual proclamation honoring Lincoln's birthday and urge people to observe it. It also encourages state and local governments and schools to dedicate time to studying Lincoln's respect for the Declaration of Independence and its influence on American history and freedom. This resolution does not create new laws or funding.
Introduced in the House of Representatives in January 2008, the bill was later received by the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary in February 2008. At this point, it is awaiting further consideration by that committee.
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Official summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Requests that the President issue a proclamation each year recognizing the anniversary of the birth of President Abraham Lincoln.
Encourages state and local governments and local educational agencies to devote sufficient time to study and appreciate the reverence and respect Abraham Lincoln had for the significance and importance of the Declaration of Independence in the development of American history, jurisprudence, and the spread of freedom around the world.
Timeline
13 Feb 2008
Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 281 do?
- This concurrent resolution, H.Con.Res. 281, is a proposal by members of the House of Representatives to celebrate Abraham Lincoln's birth. It specifically aims to recognize the significant role the Declaration of Independence played in shaping Lincoln's beliefs. The resolution would formally acknowledge Lincoln's life and his connection to the Declaration's principles, such as equality and unalienable rights. If passed, the resolution would encourage the President to issue an annual proclamation honoring Lincoln's birthday and urge people to observe it. It also encourages state and local governments and schools to dedicate time to studying Lincoln's respect for the Declaration of Independence and its influence on American history and freedom. This resolution does not create new laws or funding. Introduced in the House of Representatives in January 2008, the bill was later received by the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary in February 2008. At this point, it is awaiting further consideration by that committee.
- Has H.Con.Res. 281 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 281. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 281?
- H.Con.Res. 281 was sponsored by Rep. Manzullo, Donald A. [R-IL-16] (R-IL), with 56 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 281?
- Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (13 Feb 2008).
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