HR 3432 · 110th Congress · Commemorations

Commission on the Abolition of the Transatlantic Slave Trade Act

Introduced 2007-08-03· Sponsored by Rep. Payne, Donald M. [D-NJ-10]· House

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Latest: Became Public Law No: 110-183.(2008-02-05)

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[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] 200th Anniversary Commemoration Commission of the Abolition of the Transatlantic Slave Trade Act of 2007 - Establishes the Transatlantic Slave Trade 200th Anniversary Commission. Sets forth Commission duties, including: (1) plan activities appropriate to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade; (2) encourage civic, historical, educational, religious, economic entities, as well as state and local governments to participate in anniversary activities; (3) facilitate the convening of a joint meeting or joint session of the Congress for related ceremonies and activities; (4) promote the sponsorship of related conferences and exhibitions; and (5) examine reports and raise public awareness of of modern-day slavery and human trafficking. Terminates the Commission on December 31, 2009.…

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20 Democrats