Rosa Parks Day Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 308 Rosa Parks Day Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/6/2023, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 308

Bill 118 HR 308, also known as the Rosa Parks Day Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to designate December 1st as Rosa Parks Day, a day to honor the civil rights activist who played a pivotal role in the Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1955.

The bill highlights Rosa Parks' courageous act of refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus, which sparked a movement for racial equality and justice. By designating December 1st as Rosa Parks Day, the bill seeks to commemorate her legacy and contributions to the civil rights movement.

If passed, the Rosa Parks Day Act would encourage schools, organizations, and communities to hold events and activities to educate the public about Rosa Parks' impact on American history. It would also serve as a reminder of the ongoing fight for equality and justice for all individuals. Overall, the Rosa Parks Day Act is a bipartisan effort to honor a significant figure in American history and to promote awareness of the importance of standing up for civil rights and equality.

Congressional Summary of HR 308

Rosa Parks Day Act

This bill designates Rosa Parks Day as a federal holiday.

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Current Status of Bill HR 308

Bill HR 308 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 12, 2023. Bill HR 308 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 12, 2023. Bill HR 308's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. as of January 12, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 308

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Total Number of Cosponsors

224

Democrat Cosponsors

224

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 308

Primary Policy Focus

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Potential Impact Areas

Commemorative events and holidaysCongressional tributesRacial and ethnic relationsU.S. history

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 308

Rosa Parks Day ActRosa Parks Day ActTo amend section 6103 of title 5, United States Code, to establish Rosa Parks Day as a Federal holiday, and for other purposes.

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