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Opening Prayer of the U.S. House of Representatives (May 21, 2026)
Original title: PRAYER
May 21, 2026
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What this does
This document records the ceremonial opening prayer that precedes the daily legislative business of the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Members of the U.S. House of Representatives
The prayer is delivered at the start of their daily legislative session.
What changed
Last recorded activity May 21, 2026.
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Summary
Reverend Father Andrew Aziz of the Holy Apostolic Catholic Assyrian Church of the East delivered the opening prayer for the U.S. House of Representatives on May 21, 2026.
Key Facts
- The opening prayer was delivered by Reverend Father Andrew Aziz.
- The prayer was offered on Thursday, May 21, 2026.
- The prayer is recorded in the Congressional Record, Volume 172, Issue 87, pages H3682-H3683.
Why It Matters
This document records the ceremonial opening prayer that precedes the daily legislative business of the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Who chooses the person who gives the opening prayer in the House?
The document does not specify the selection process for the guest chaplain.
Is this prayer part of the official legislative record?
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