HRES Bill 940 Recognizing the week of December 25, 2023, as the "Week of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas".

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2023-12-19

Bill 118 HRES 940, also known as the "Week of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas" resolution, aims to recognize the week of December 25, 2023, as a time to raise awareness and commemorate the ongoing struggle against black slavery in the Americas. The resolution highlights the historical and ongoing impact of slavery on black communities in the Americas and emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and addressing this dark chapter in history. The resolution calls for educational programs and events to be held during this week to educate the public about the history of black slavery in the Americas and to promote dialogue and understanding about its lasting effects. It also encourages individuals and organizations to participate in activities that promote racial equality and justice for black communities. By recognizing the "Week of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas," this resolution seeks to honor the resilience and strength of black communities who have endured the legacy of slavery and to promote a more inclusive and equitable society for all.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Alternative Names

Recognizing the week of December 25, 2023, as the "Week of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas".

Recognizing the week of December 25, 2023, as the "Week of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas".

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

International Affairs

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]

Cosponsors and Supporters

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Committees and Subcommittees

Foreign Affairs Committee

Variations and Revisions

Foreign Affairs

Recognizing the week of December 25, 2023, as the "Week of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas".

12/29/2023, 5:15 PM

This resolution recognizes the historical significance of the Week of the Anniversary of the December 26, 1521, Santo Domingo Slave Revolt to the eventual abolition of slavery.

The resolution also supports the recognition of the Anniversary...

Bill 118 HRES 940, also known as the "Week of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas" resolution, aims to recognize the week of December 25, 2023, as a time to raise awareness and commemorate the ongoing struggle against black slavery in the...
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 940

Introduced on
2023-12-19

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/19/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution recognizes the historical significance of the Week of the Anniversary of the December 26, 1521, Santo Domingo Slave Revolt to the eventual abolition of slavery.

The resolution also supports the recognition of the Anniversary...

Bill 118 HRES 940, also known as the "Week of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas" resolution, aims to recognize the week of December 25, 2023, as a time to raise awareness and commemorate the ongoing struggle against black slavery in the...
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing the week of December 25, 2023, as the "Week of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas".

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/22/2024

This resolution recognizes the historical significance of the Week of the Anniversary of the December 26, 1521, Santo Domingo Slave Revolt to the eventual abolition of slavery.

The resolution also supports the recognition of the Anniversary...


Latest Action12/19/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.