Original Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution
3/13/2024, 2:26 AMSummary of Bill SJRES 40
Bill 118 SJRes 40, also known as the Original Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress to establish June 19th as a national day of remembrance for the millions of African Americans who were enslaved in the United States. The bill aims to recognize the lasting impact of slavery on American society and to honor the resilience and contributions of African Americans throughout history.The resolution highlights the importance of acknowledging the injustices of slavery and the need to educate future generations about this dark chapter in American history. It calls on all Americans to reflect on the legacy of slavery and to work towards creating a more just and equitable society for all.
If passed, this resolution would designate June 19th as a day for Americans to remember and honor the struggles and achievements of African Americans, as well as to promote unity and understanding among all citizens. The bill emphasizes the importance of recognizing and confronting the legacy of slavery in order to move forward as a more inclusive and compassionate nation. Overall, the Original Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution seeks to promote awareness and understanding of the impact of slavery on American society, and to encourage reflection and dialogue on how to address the ongoing effects of this historical injustice.
Congressional Summary of SJRES 40
Original Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution
This joint resolution designates a Slavery Remembrance Day annually on August 20th and condemns slavery and its progenies.
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Current Status of Bill SJRES 40
Bill SJRES 40 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2023. Bill SJRES 40 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 27, 2023. Bill SJRES 40's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of July 27, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 40
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
32Democrat Cosponsors
32Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 40
Primary Policy Focus
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesAlternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 40
Original Slavery Remembrance Day ResolutionOriginal Slavery Remembrance Day ResolutionA joint resolution designating a "Slavery Remembrance Day" on August 20th, to serve as a reminder of the evils of slavery.Comments
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