H.Con.Res. 364 – Supporting the goals and ideals of St. Patrick's Day.

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Rep. Rahm EmanuelD-IL-5 · Jul 21, 2005

Mr. Speaker, today I rise in strong support of H. Con. Res. 364, commending the continuing improvement in relations between the United States and the Republic of India. This historic relationship is…

Mr. Speaker, today I rise in strong support of H. Con. Res. 364, commending the continuing improvement in relations between the United States and the Republic of India. This historic relationship is exemplified by the current official visit of the Prime Minister of India, His Excellency Dr. Manmohan Singh. This important resolution recognizes the benefits of our two nations working together towards our common goals of promoting peace, prosperity, and freedom among all countries of the world.

The Fifth District of Illinois is enriched by the presence of long- time residents and recent immigrants from India. Indian-Americans have proven that America is made stronger by their contributions to our cultural richness and diversity.

I am also pleased to recognize the continuing and growing friendship between the nations of India and the United States. India is the most populous democratic country in the world and has historically been a steadfast ally and loyal friend of the United States. We have benefited from our close and mutual friendship with India, through cooperation on security, trade and technological advancements which improve lives in both countries and help promote safety throughout the world.

It is a particular pleasure to pass this Resolution on the occasion of His Excellency Dr. Manmohan Singh's visit. His Excellency has, in his previous capacity as Finance Minister, helped shape India's economic policies to permit the growth of free markets, which has led to much greater economic prosperity for many people in India and the creation of a large middle class.

With this bipartisan resolution, the American people recognize that we will be more effective and successful with India as a partner in achieving our mutual objectives to promote democracy, combat terrorism, pursue nuclear non-proliferation, strengthen the global economy and trade, and slow the spread of HIV/AIDS.

Mr. Speaker, I strongly support this concurrent resolution and I look forward to continue working with my colleagues on all of our efforts to promote peace and cooperation between these two great nations.

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Introduced in HouseIssued March 16, 2006

IV

109th CONGRESS

2d Session

H. CON. RES. 364

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

March 16, 2006

Mr. Kucinich (for himself, Mr. Hastert, Mr. McHugh, Mr. Meehan, Mr. Kuhl of New York, Mr. Ryan of Ohio, Mr. Boehlert, and Mr. Lynch) submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Government Reform

CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

Supporting the goals and ideals of St. Patrick’s Day.

Whereas St. Patrick’s Day has been celebrated in the United States since 1737;

Whereas the first St. Patrick’s Day parade was held in 1762 in New York City;

Whereas Irish immigrants to the United States endured many years of discrimination, and Irish immigrant job-seekers were told No Irish Need Apply;

Whereas St. Patrick’s Day parades developed over time into celebrations of the Irish influence on the Nation;

Whereas 16 Presidents and 7 signers of the Declaration of Independence trace their ancestry to Ireland;

Whereas more than 34,000,000 people in the United States today trace their ancestry to Ireland; and

Whereas St. Patrick’s Day and its symbolic greenery announce the coming of spring: Now, therefore, be it

That Congress—

(1)

supports the goals and ideals of St. Patrick’s Day; and

(2)

encourages the people of the United States to observe St. Patrick’s Day with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs to celebrate the contribution of Irish Americans to the Nation.