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Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Legal Services Corporation.
7/26/2024, 8:18 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 1390
Bill 118 H.Res. 1390, also known as Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Legal Services Corporation, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Legal Services Corporation (LSC). The LSC is a non-profit organization established by Congress in 1974 to provide legal assistance to low-income individuals and families who cannot afford legal representation.
The resolution acknowledges the important role that the LSC has played in ensuring equal access to justice for all Americans, regardless of their financial circumstances. It recognizes the dedication and hard work of the attorneys, staff, and volunteers who have helped millions of individuals navigate the legal system and secure their rights.
The resolution also highlights the impact that the LSC has had on communities across the country, including its efforts to protect vulnerable populations, promote fairness in the legal system, and uphold the rule of law. It calls on Congress to continue supporting the LSC and its mission to provide legal aid to those in need. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 1390 is a bipartisan effort to celebrate the accomplishments of the Legal Services Corporation over the past 50 years and to reaffirm the importance of ensuring access to justice for all Americans.
The resolution acknowledges the important role that the LSC has played in ensuring equal access to justice for all Americans, regardless of their financial circumstances. It recognizes the dedication and hard work of the attorneys, staff, and volunteers who have helped millions of individuals navigate the legal system and secure their rights.
The resolution also highlights the impact that the LSC has had on communities across the country, including its efforts to protect vulnerable populations, promote fairness in the legal system, and uphold the rule of law. It calls on Congress to continue supporting the LSC and its mission to provide legal aid to those in need. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 1390 is a bipartisan effort to celebrate the accomplishments of the Legal Services Corporation over the past 50 years and to reaffirm the importance of ensuring access to justice for all Americans.
Congressional Summary of HRES 1390
This resolution commends the Legal Services Corporation and its grantees for assisting an estimated 76 million Americans over its 50 years. The resolution also calls for continued prioritization of funding for the Legal Services Corporation.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1390
Bill HRES 1390 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 25, 2024. Bill HRES 1390 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 25, 2024. Bill HRES 1390's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of July 25, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1390
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1390
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1390
Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Legal Services Corporation.
Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Legal Services Corporation.
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