Designating the House Press Gallery as the "Frederick Douglass Press Gallery".
1/30/2024, 8:15 AMSummary of Bill HRES 850
Bill 118 H.Res. 850, also known as the "Frederick Douglass Press Gallery" bill, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate the House Press Gallery in the United States Congress as the "Frederick Douglass Press Gallery." The bill is named after Frederick Douglass, a prominent African American abolitionist, writer, and statesman who fought for civil rights and equality during the 19th century.The purpose of this bill is to honor Frederick Douglass's legacy and contributions to the fight for freedom and equality by renaming the House Press Gallery in his honor. The House Press Gallery is a space within the Capitol where journalists and reporters covering Congress have access to resources and facilities to report on legislative activities.
By designating the House Press Gallery as the "Frederick Douglass Press Gallery," the bill seeks to recognize Douglass's important role in American history and his commitment to promoting justice and equality for all. This symbolic gesture aims to inspire and educate future generations about Douglass's impact on civil rights and the importance of a free and independent press in a democratic society. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 850 is a bipartisan effort to pay tribute to Frederick Douglass's enduring legacy and to highlight the significance of his contributions to the ongoing struggle for equality and justice in the United States.
Congressional Summary of HRES 850
This resolution designates the House Press Gallery as the Frederick Douglass Press Gallery.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 850
Bill HRES 850 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 7, 2023. Bill HRES 850 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 7, 2023. Bill HRES 850's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of November 7, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 850
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1Democrat Sponsors
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24Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
18Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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