H.Res. 130 · 113th Congress
Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz and acknowledging the Cyrus Cylinder as a symbol of respect for human rights and religious tolerance.
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Henry Waxman
- Introduced
- 2013-03-20
- Latest action
- 2013-05-06 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
Summary
Recognizes: (1) the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz; (2) the aspirations of all people, including the people of Iran, for human rights and religious tolerance as embodied by the Cyrus Cylinder; and (3) the tour of the Cyrus Cylinder throughout the United States.