S.J.Res. 53 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
A joint resolution honoring the life of William "Billy" F. Graham, Jr.
S.J.Res. 53 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) has passed the senate — introduced on Feb 28, 2018, sponsored by Richard Burr with 45 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Passed the Senate
- Introduced
- Feb 28, 2018
- Co-sponsors
- 45
- Policy area
- Arts, Culture, Religion
What it does
This joint resolution extends the sympathies of Congress to the family of the Reverend William "Billy" F. Graham, Jr., and honors his life, his ministry, and his contributions to North Carolina, the United States, and the moral and religious life of millions of individuals.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Richard Burr (R-NC). Co-sponsors: 7 Democrats, 38 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 28, 2018
- Passed the SenateFeb 28, 2018
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (Mar 1, 2018)
Other Arts, Culture, Religion bills in the 115th Congress
Committees
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
More
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