A resolution condemning the atrocities that occurred in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1906, in which White supremacist mobs brutalized, terrorized, and killed dozens of Black Americans, and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to combating hatred, injustice, and White supremacy.

3/13/2024, 3:09 AM

This resolution condemns the actions of a White supremacist mob that drove Black residents out of Atlanta, Georgia in 1906 and supports the designation of a national day of remembrance for the victims of forced migrations of Black Americans.

Bill 117 sres 790 is a resolution that condemns the atrocities that took place in Atlanta, Georgia in 1906. During this time, White supremacist mobs brutally attacked, terrorized, and killed dozens of Black Americans. The resolution reaffirms the Senate's commitment to fighting against hatred, injustice, and White supremacy.

The resolution acknowledges the horrific events that occurred in Atlanta over a century ago, recognizing the pain and suffering inflicted upon the Black community. It condemns the actions of the White supremacist mobs and acknowledges the lasting impact of these atrocities on the victims and their descendants.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the importance of combating hatred, injustice, and White supremacy in order to create a more just and equitable society. It calls on the Senate to continue working towards promoting equality and justice for all individuals, regardless of race or ethnicity. Overall, Bill 117 sres 790 serves as a reminder of the dark history of racial violence in the United States and underscores the ongoing need to address systemic racism and discrimination. It highlights the Senate's commitment to standing against hatred and injustice, and working towards a more inclusive and equitable society for all.
Congress
117

Number
SRES - 790

Introduced on
2022-09-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/21/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution condemns the actions of a White supremacist mob that drove Black residents out of Atlanta, Georgia in 1906 and supports the designation of a national day of remembrance for the victims of forced migrations of Black Americans.

Bill 117 sres 790 is a resolution that condemns the atrocities that took place in Atlanta, Georgia in 1906. During this time, White supremacist mobs brutally attacked, terrorized, and killed dozens of Black Americans. The resolution reaffirms the Senate's commitment to fighting against hatred, injustice, and White supremacy.

The resolution acknowledges the horrific events that occurred in Atlanta over a century ago, recognizing the pain and suffering inflicted upon the Black community. It condemns the actions of the White supremacist mobs and acknowledges the lasting impact of these atrocities on the victims and their descendants.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the importance of combating hatred, injustice, and White supremacy in order to create a more just and equitable society. It calls on the Senate to continue working towards promoting equality and justice for all individuals, regardless of race or ethnicity. Overall, Bill 117 sres 790 serves as a reminder of the dark history of racial violence in the United States and underscores the ongoing need to address systemic racism and discrimination. It highlights the Senate's commitment to standing against hatred and injustice, and working towards a more inclusive and equitable society for all.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution condemning the atrocities that occurred in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1906, in which White supremacist mobs brutalized, terrorized, and killed dozens of Black Americans, and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to combating hatred, injustice, and White supremacy.

Policy Areas
Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact
Commemorative events and holidays
Crime victims
Georgia
Hate crimes
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary9/1/2023

This resolution condemns the actions of a White supremacist mob that drove Black residents out of Atlanta, Georgia in 1906 and supports the designation of a national day of remembrance for the victims of forced migrations of Black Americans.


Latest Action9/21/2022
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.