Search Results: keywords:"nowruz"

  • H. RES. 234 — Expressing support for the designation of Zoroastrian Legacy and Heritage Month.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:104

    H. RES. 234 is a resolution expressing support for designating March as "Zoroastrian Legacy and Heritage Month" in recognition of the significant contributions of Zoroastrianism. It acknowledges the religion as one of the oldest monotheistic faiths, originating in ancient...

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    In March, people want to celebrate the Zoroastrian religion because it's one of the oldest and has helped make the world a better place by sharing ideas like peace and fairness. They also enjoy a special holiday called Nowruz, which is like a happy new year party that happens when spring starts.

  • H. RES. 1088 — Designating National Zoroastrian Day on the day of the vernal equinox of each year.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:99

    H. RES. 1088 proposes the designation of "National Zoroastrian Day" to be observed annually on the date of the vernal equinox. This resolution highlights the historical and cultural significance of Zoroastrianism, acknowledging its origins in ancient Persia and its impact on...

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    In the United States, there's an idea to make a day called "National Zoroastrian Day" every year when spring starts, which is a time of new beginnings and happiness. This day would celebrate a really old religion from ancient Persia that talks about positive things like human rights and fairness, and it helps people remember about light beating darkness and the beginning of a new year.

  • H. RES. 243 — Expressing support for designating Iranian American Heritage Month.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:217

    H. RES. 243 expresses support for designating an Iranian American Heritage Month. It highlights the contributions of Iranian Americans to the United States in various fields like science, technology, medicine, and the arts. The resolution also acknowledges the cultural...

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    This special message from the government wants to make a month to celebrate Iranian Americans. It talks about how they have helped the country with cool ideas and art, and how they have fun holidays like Nowruz.

  • H. RES. 244 — Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:284

    H. RES. 244 is a resolution proposed in the U.S. House of Representatives recognizing the cultural and historical importance of Nowruz, the traditional Iranian New Year that has been celebrated for over 3,000 years. The resolution acknowledges the significance of Nowruz in promoting values...

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    This bill is about recognizing the importance of Nowruz, which is like a New Year's celebration in Iran that people have been celebrating for a really long time. It talks about how Nowruz brings people together and highlights how Iranian Americans help make the United States a better place.