[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 247 Introduced in House (IH)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
H. RES. 247

Expressing support for the designation of March 23, 2023, as ``Pakistan 
                                 Day''.


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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                             March 23, 2023

 Mr. Bowman submitted the following resolution; which was referred to 
             the Committee on Oversight and Accountability

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                               RESOLUTION


 
Expressing support for the designation of March 23, 2023, as ``Pakistan 
                                 Day''.

Whereas it is proper and desirable for the United States to recognize and pay 
        tribute to those who foster ethnic pride and enhance the profile of 
        cultural diversity which strengthens the fabric of the communities of 
        the United States;
Whereas ``Pakistan Day'' is a national holiday in Pakistan commemorating the 
        Lahore Resolution passed on March 23, 1940, and the adoption of the 
        first Constitution of Pakistan during the transition of the Dominion of 
        Pakistan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on March 23, 1956, making 
        it the world's first Islamic republic;
Whereas, each year, the citizens of Pakistan come together on March 23, to 
        celebrate this special day with a full military and civilian parade in 
        the capital, Islamabad;
Whereas ``Pakistan Day'' provides an excellent means by which all residents of 
        the United States can learn more about the rich Pakistani heritage, 
        while fostering an appreciation for this ancient culture among future 
        generations;
Whereas the American Pakistani Advocacy Group plays an important role in 
        advocating for the Pakistani-American community in the United States;
Whereas the community of people who came to the United States from Pakistan, or 
        who have ancestral ties to Pakistan, share their cherished culture and 
        traditions with residents of the United States of all backgrounds; and
Whereas Pakistani-Americans excel in a wide range of professions such as 
        education, medicine, science, technology, business, and industry, and 
        have made significant contributions to the cultural and economic 
        vitality of the United States: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) offers its best wishes to all members of the Pakistani-
        American community as they hold appropriate ceremonies to 
        commemorate this historic milestone; and
            (2) supports the designation of ``Pakistan Day'' to honor 
        and celebrate the important role played by the Pakistani-
        American community in strengthening and inspiring the people of 
        the United States.
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