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HR 160

A resolution to congratulate His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his historic election as the 267th pontiff of the Holy Roman Catholic Church and the first American pontiff.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Alexander and 26 co-sponsors

Overview: HR 160 is a resolution that congratulates His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his historic election as the 267th pontiff of the Holy Roman Catholic Church and the first American

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Bill Summary · HR 160

Overview: HR 160 is a resolution that congratulates His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his historic election as the 267th pontiff of the Holy Roman Catholic Church and the first American pontiff.

Purpose and Intent: The resolution recognizes the significance of Pope Leo XIV's election as the first American to hold the papacy, celebrating this milestone for the Catholic Church and the United States.

Key Provisions:
- Congratulates Pope Leo XIV on his election as the 267th pontiff
- Acknowledges his status as the first American to serve as the Pope
- Expresses the House of Representatives' well wishes and support for the new pontiff

Affected Parties and Impacts: This resolution primarily affects the Catholic Church and its followers, as well as the American public, who take pride in the election of the first American Pope.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The resolution was adopted, indicating that it has been approved by the House of Representatives.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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