H.Res. 786 · 111th Congress
Commemorating the canonization of Father Damien de Veuster, SS.CC. to sainthood.
- Stage
- Passed chamber resolution
- Sponsor
- Mazie Hirono
- Introduced
- 2009-09-30
- Latest action
- 2009-10-14 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Summary
Recognizes the canonization of Father Damien de Veuster, SS.CC., to sainthood and honors him for his legacy and his insistence on recognizing the human rights and dignity of every individual, particularly those who lived alongside him at the Hansen's disease settlement on the island of Molokai, Hawaii.
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