Recognizing the enduring cultural and historical significance of emancipation in the Nation's capital on the anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's signing of the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act, which established the "first freed" on April 16, 1862, and celebrating passage of the District of Columbia statehood bill in the House of Representatives.

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Summary of Bill HRES 295

Bill 118 H.Res. 295, also known as the Emancipation Day Resolution, recognizes the cultural and historical importance of emancipation in the District of Columbia. This legislation commemorates President Abraham Lincoln's signing of the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act on April 16, 1862, which marked the establishment of the "first freed" in the nation's capital.

The resolution also celebrates the recent passage of the District of Columbia statehood bill in the House of Representatives. This bill aims to grant statehood to the District of Columbia, giving its residents full representation in Congress and the ability to govern themselves as a state.

Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 295 highlights the significance of emancipation in the District of Columbia and recognizes the ongoing efforts to achieve statehood for the nation's capital.

Congressional Summary of HRES 295

This resolution recognizes District of Columbia Emancipation Day, marking the anniversary of the end of slavery in the District of Columbia and symbolizing the aspirations of its residents for the same rights and freedoms afforded all state residents.

The resolution also calls on Congress to pass the Washington, D.C. Admission Act.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 295

Bill HRES 295 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 13, 2023. Bill HRES 295 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 13, 2023. Bill HRES 295's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. as of April 13, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 295

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 295

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Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Commemorative events and holidays

- Congressional tributes

- District of Columbia

- Due process and equal protection

- Legislative rules and procedure

- Racial and ethnic relations

- State and local government operations

- U.S. history

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 295

Recognizing the enduring cultural and historical significance of emancipation in the Nation's capital on the anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's signing of the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act, which established the "first freed" on April 16, 1862, and celebrating passage of the District of Columbia statehood bill in the House of Representatives.