HJR84: Original Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
Designating a "Slavery Remembrance Day" on August 20, to serve as a reminder of the evils of slavery.
Plain-language summary
This resolution designates August 20 as 'Slavery Remembrance Day' to honor the memory of enslaved people and remind Americans of slavery's horrors. A resolution is a formal expression of the House or Senate's position that does not create new laws or require the President's signature. The bill has been introduced but has not yet advanced through the process. It is sponsored by a large bipartisan group of House members focused on civil rights issues.
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HJR84: Original Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution
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Sponsors
Al Green
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (77)
Alma Adams
Nanette Barragan
Joyce Beatty
Sanford Bishop
Earl Blumenauer