Honoring David Américo Ortiz Arias, the three-time World Series Champion Major League Baseball player who played for the Minnesota Twins and the Boston Red Sox for a combined 20 seasons.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (23 Jun 2017): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
What this bill does
This bill, H.Con.Res. 65, is a concurrent resolution introduced in the House of Representatives. Its purpose is to formally honor the baseball career of David Americo Ortiz Arias. The resolution recognizes his 20 seasons in Major League Baseball with the Minnesota Twins and Boston Red Sox, highlighting his achievements, including three World Series championships and numerous individual awards.
The bill specifically acknowledges his impact on Boston and Massachusetts, mentioning his role in the Red Sox's historical comeback in 2004 and their World Series victories. It also notes his personal journey, becoming a U.S. citizen and founding the David Ortiz Children's Fund, as well as his inspirational role following the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings.
As a concurrent resolution, this bill does not require the President's signature. It was introduced in the House in June 2017 and was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Its current status is "Introduced," meaning it has not yet advanced through the legislative process.
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Official summary
Honors the career of Major League Baseball player David Americo Ortiz Arias.
Timeline
23 Jun 2017
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 65 do?
- This bill, H.Con.Res. 65, is a concurrent resolution introduced in the House of Representatives. Its purpose is to formally honor the baseball career of David Americo Ortiz Arias. The resolution recognizes his 20 seasons in Major League Baseball with the Minnesota Twins and Boston Red Sox, highlighting his achievements, including three World Series championships and numerous individual awards. The bill specifically acknowledges his impact on Boston and Massachusetts, mentioning his role in the Red Sox's historical comeback in 2004 and their World Series victories. It also notes his personal journey, becoming a U.S. citizen and founding the David Ortiz Children's Fund, as well as his inspirational role following the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings. As a concurrent resolution, this bill does not require the President's signature. It was introduced in the House in June 2017 and was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Its current status is "Introduced," meaning it has not yet advanced through the legislative process.
- Has H.Con.Res. 65 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 65. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 65?
- H.Con.Res. 65 was sponsored by Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6] (D-MA), with 17 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 65?
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (23 Jun 2017).
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