Condemning the expulsion of two Black, duly elected Tennessee Representatives as a blatant act of racism and an attack on the democracy of the United States and observing that the Tennessee House of Representatives preferred to take this action of expulsion rather than to act on gun control measures to protect children.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1749-1750)
Bill 118 HRES 292 is a resolution that condemns the expulsion of two Black, duly elected Tennessee Representatives as a blatant act of racism and an attack on the democracy of the United States. The resolution also observes that the Tennessee House of Representatives chose to expel these representatives rather than take action on gun control measures to protect children.

The resolution highlights the discriminatory nature of the expulsion of the two Black representatives and emphasizes the importance of upholding democracy and equality in the United States. It criticizes the Tennessee House of Representatives for prioritizing the expulsion of these representatives over addressing important issues such as gun control, which is crucial for protecting the safety of children.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 292 serves as a call to action to address racism and discrimination in government institutions and to prioritize important issues such as gun control to ensure the safety and well-being of all citizens, especially children.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 292

Introduced on
2023-04-13

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1749-1750)
Bill 118 HRES 292 is a resolution that condemns the expulsion of two Black, duly elected Tennessee Representatives as a blatant act of racism and an attack on the democracy of the United States. The resolution also observes that the Tennessee House of Representatives chose to expel these representatives rather than take action on gun control measures to protect children.

The resolution highlights the discriminatory nature of the expulsion of the two Black representatives and emphasizes the importance of upholding democracy and equality in the United States. It criticizes the Tennessee House of Representatives for prioritizing the expulsion of these representatives over addressing important issues such as gun control, which is crucial for protecting the safety of children.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 292 serves as a call to action to address racism and discrimination in government institutions and to prioritize important issues such as gun control to ensure the safety and well-being of all citizens, especially children.

Policy Areas
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1749-1750)