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Congress considers designating March 17, 2003, as a national day of prayer and fasting

Original title: A concurrent resolution affirming the importance of a national day of prayer and fasting, and expressing the sense of Congress that March 17, 2003, should be designated as a national day of prayer and fasting.

March 12, 2003

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Last action

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3640)Mar 12, 2003

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The Frame

What this does

The resolution serves as a formal statement of congressional intent regarding a national observance, though it carries no legal requirement for citizens or federal agencies to participate.

Who is mentioned in the record

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general public

The resolution proposes a national day of observance for the public.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This resolution expresses the that March 17, 2003, should be officially recognized as a national day of prayer and fasting. The measure affirms the importance of such a day but does not mandate any specific actions or government closures.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this resolution require me to pray or fast?

No. This is a '' resolution, which expresses the opinion of the legislative body but does not create a legal requirement for individuals.

Will government offices be closed on this day?

The document does not mandate any changes to federal operations or closures.

Why It Matters

The resolution serves as a formal statement of congressional intent regarding a national observance, though it carries no legal requirement for citizens or federal agencies to participate.

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Symbolic Legislative Intent

The document highlights the use of 'sense of Congress' resolutions to promote national observances without enacting binding policy.

Congress

Connected Entities

organizationCongress“The legislative body considering the resolution.”Map →

organizationCommittee on the Judiciary“The committee to which the resolution was referred.”Map →

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