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NC H944

Bill

Status

Passed

9/17/2015

Primary Sponsor

Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Session

AI Summary

  • Petitions the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee of the United States Postal Service and the Postmaster General to issue a commemorative stamp honoring Reverend Billy Graham

  • Recognizes Graham's evangelistic ministry spanning from 1949 onwards, reaching nearly 215 million people in live audiences across more than 185 countries and approximately 2.2 billion through television and technology

  • Highlights Graham's humanitarian work including disaster relief, philanthropic giving, and service as counselor to 12 U.S. Presidents across nine presidential inaugurations

  • Notes Graham's role as the "nation's pastor" during national crises, including his participation in the National Cathedral service three days after the September 11, 2001 attacks

  • Directs the Principal Clerk to transmit copies of this resolution to the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee and the Postmaster General; effective upon adoption

Legislative Description

Rev. Billy Graham for Postage Stamp

Last Action

Adopted

9/17/2015

Committee Referrals

Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House8/10/2015

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