HR 5499 · 96th Congress · Armed Forces and National Security

Commission on Wartime Relocation and Internment of Civilians Act

Introduced 1979-09-28· Sponsored by Rep. Wright, James C., Jr. [D-TX-12]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
Committee
House Vote
4
Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Measure laid on table in House, S. 1647 passed in lieu.(1980-07-21)

Recorded Votes

PassedHouse · 1980-07-21
Yea 279Nay 109
PassedHouse · 1980-07-21
Yea 279Nay 109

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Commission on Wartime Relocation and Internment of Civilians Act - Establishes the Commission on Wartime Relocation and Internment of Civilians to: (1) determine whether a wrong was committed against American citizens and permanent resident aliens who were subjected to relocation or internment as a result of Executive Order Numbered 9066 and other associated Government acts; and (2) recommend appropriate remedies. Directs the Commission: (1) to hold public hearings in specified cities; and (2) within 18 months after enactment of this Act, to submit a final report of its findings and recommendations to Congress and the President. Terminates the Commission six months after such report is submitted.…

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Cosponsors (20)

18 Democrats2 Republicans