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Recognizing June 19, 2023, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.
12/15/2023, 3:51 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 505
Bill 118 HRES 505, also known as the Juneteenth Independence Day Act, aims to recognize June 19, 2023, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day. Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States.
The bill acknowledges the importance of Juneteenth as a day to reflect on the struggles and achievements of African Americans throughout history. It also highlights the ongoing fight for equality and justice for all Americans. By officially recognizing June 19th as Juneteenth Independence Day, the bill seeks to promote awareness and understanding of this important day in American history.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 505 serves as a reminder of the progress made in the fight for civil rights and the continued work needed to achieve true equality for all. It is a step towards honoring the contributions and resilience of African Americans in the United States.
The bill acknowledges the importance of Juneteenth as a day to reflect on the struggles and achievements of African Americans throughout history. It also highlights the ongoing fight for equality and justice for all Americans. By officially recognizing June 19th as Juneteenth Independence Day, the bill seeks to promote awareness and understanding of this important day in American history.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 505 serves as a reminder of the progress made in the fight for civil rights and the continued work needed to achieve true equality for all. It is a step towards honoring the contributions and resilience of African Americans in the United States.
Congressional Summary of HRES 505
This resolution recognizes the historical significance to the nation of Juneteenth Independence Day (commemorating the end of slavery in the United States).
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Current Status of Bill HRES 505
Bill HRES 505 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 14, 2023. Bill HRES 505 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 13, 2023. Bill HRES 505's most recent activity was Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2927) as of June 14, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 505
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
102Democrat Cosponsors
98Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 505
Primary Policy Focus
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 505
Recognizing June 19, 2023, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.
Recognizing June 19, 2023, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.
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