HCONRES 163 · 107th Congress · Commemorations

Recognizing the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day and expressing the sense of Congress that history be regarded as a means of understanding the past and solving the challenges of the future.

Introduced 2001-06-14· Sponsored by Rep. Watts, J. C., Jr. [R-OK-4]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
Committee
House Vote
4
Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.(2001-06-20)

Recorded Votes

PassedHouse · 2001-06-19
Roll #168
Yea 415Nay 0
Democrats
203 Yea·0 Nay
Republicans
210 Yea·0 Nay
PassedHouse · 2001-06-19
Roll #168
Yea 415Nay 0
Democrats
203 Yea·0 Nay
Republicans
210 Yea·0 Nay

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Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Recognizes the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day (celebrated on June 19 for 136 years to honor memory of all those who endured slavery and especially those who moved from slavery to freedom). Encourages the continued celebration of this day to provide an opportunity for all people of the United States to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the Nation. Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) history be regarded as a means for understanding the past and solving the challenges of the future; (2) the celebration of the end of slavery is an important and enriching part of the history and heritage of the United States; and (3) a copy of this joint resolution should be transmitted to the National Association of Juneteenth Lineage as an expression of appreciation for its role in promoting the observance of the end of slavery.…

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Cosponsors (2)

2 Democrats