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Advancing racial justice and the global rights of people of African descent in the next decade.
12/16/2024, 7:25 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 1589
Bill 118 H.Res. 1589, titled "Advancing Racial Justice and the Global Rights of People of African Descent in the Next Decade," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing issues related to racial justice and the rights of people of African descent both domestically and internationally.
The resolution acknowledges the historical and ongoing systemic racism and discrimination faced by people of African descent in the United States and around the world. It calls for the recognition and protection of the human rights of people of African descent, including their right to equality, non-discrimination, and full participation in society.
The resolution also highlights the need for governments to take concrete actions to address racial disparities and promote racial justice, including through the implementation of policies and programs that aim to eliminate racial discrimination and promote equality for people of African descent. Additionally, the resolution emphasizes the importance of addressing the legacy of slavery and colonialism, as well as the need to combat hate speech, hate crimes, and racial profiling targeting people of African descent. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 1589 seeks to raise awareness about the challenges faced by people of African descent, promote racial justice, and advance the global rights of this marginalized community in the next decade.
The resolution acknowledges the historical and ongoing systemic racism and discrimination faced by people of African descent in the United States and around the world. It calls for the recognition and protection of the human rights of people of African descent, including their right to equality, non-discrimination, and full participation in society.
The resolution also highlights the need for governments to take concrete actions to address racial disparities and promote racial justice, including through the implementation of policies and programs that aim to eliminate racial discrimination and promote equality for people of African descent. Additionally, the resolution emphasizes the importance of addressing the legacy of slavery and colonialism, as well as the need to combat hate speech, hate crimes, and racial profiling targeting people of African descent. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 1589 seeks to raise awareness about the challenges faced by people of African descent, promote racial justice, and advance the global rights of this marginalized community in the next decade.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1589
Bill HRES 1589 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 20, 2024. Bill HRES 1589 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 20, 2024. Bill HRES 1589's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of November 20, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1589
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
5Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
48Democrat Cosponsors
48Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1589
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1589
Advancing racial justice and the global rights of people of African descent in the next decade.
Advancing racial justice and the global rights of people of African descent in the next decade.
Comments

Iliana Davies
768
1 year ago
This bill is a complete joke. It's just another example of politicians wasting time and taxpayer money on meaningless gestures. I don't see how this is going to make any real difference in the lives of people of African descent. It's all just for show. #wasteoftime #pointless #politics
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 1589
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