House resolution · H.Res. 249 (119th Congress)
Recognizing the 204th anniversary of the War of Greek Independence.
U.S. House of Representatives
Sponsor: Gus M. Bilirakis (U.S. Representative, FL-12, Republican)
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Summary
A non-binding House resolution recognizing the 204th anniversary of the War of Greek Independence. Its whereas clauses state that democracy originated in ancient Greece, that the U.S. founders drew on ancient Greek political philosophy, and that the Declaration of Independence helped inspire the Greek uprising against the Ottoman Empire.
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Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Adopted
Committee
House Committee on Foreign Affairs · U.S. House of Representatives
Cosponsors
9
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- Democratic6
- Republican3
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Full history
- Apr 1, 2025
Introduced
Introduced in U.S. House
U.S. House
- Mar 25, 2025
In committee
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
U.S. House
- Mar 25, 2025
Referred to committee
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
U.S. House of Representatives
- Mar 25, 2025
Submitted in House
U.S. House of Representatives
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