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.

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Summary of Bill SRES 790

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.

Congressional Summary of SRES 790

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.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 790

Bill SRES 790 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 21, 2022. Bill SRES 790 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on September 21, 2022. Bill SRES 790's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of September 21, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 790

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 790

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Crime and Law Enforcement

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Commemorative events and holidaysCrime victimsGeorgiaHate crimesRacial and ethnic relationsU.S. history

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 790

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.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.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 790

Jon Ossoff

Georgia(Democrat)

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