HR 2740 · 95th Congress · Desegregation in education

A bill to restore the right of freedom of choice.

Introduced 1977-01-31· Sponsored by Rep. Whitten, Jamie L. [D-MS-1]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Education and Labor.(1977-01-31)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Prohibits, except upon the express approval of a majority of the board of education, the assignment or compulsory attendance of any student at any school on account of race, creed, color, or national origin. Prohibits the establishment, reorganization, or maintenance of any school district, school zone, or attendance unit for such purpose. Excepts from the prohibitions imposed by this Act religious and denominational educational institutions.…

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