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Honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by Celebrating Diversity, Promoting Tolerance, and Condemning Hate.

1/13/2024, 5:15 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 962

Bill 118 HRES 962, also known as Honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by Celebrating Diversity, Promoting Tolerance, and Condemning Hate, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The resolution aims to celebrate diversity, promote tolerance, and condemn hate in order to uphold the values that Dr. King fought for during the civil rights movement.

The resolution recognizes Dr. King's contributions to the advancement of civil rights and equality for all Americans. It emphasizes the importance of embracing diversity and promoting tolerance in order to create a more inclusive and equitable society. The resolution also condemns hate in all its forms, including racism, bigotry, and discrimination.

Through this resolution, Congress seeks to reaffirm its commitment to upholding the principles of equality and justice that Dr. King dedicated his life to. By celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate, Congress aims to honor Dr. King's legacy and continue the work towards achieving his vision of a more just and equitable society for all Americans.

Congressional Summary of HRES 962

This resolution celebrates the 95th anniversary of the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 962

Bill HRES 962 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 12, 2024. Bill HRES 962 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 12, 2024.  Bill HRES 962's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 12, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 962

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
94
Democrat Cosponsors
94
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 962

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 962

Honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by Celebrating Diversity, Promoting Tolerance, and Condemning Hate.
Honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by Celebrating Diversity, Promoting Tolerance, and Condemning Hate.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 962

Shontel M. Brown
Shontel M. Brown
OhioDemocrat
Bonnie Watson Coleman
Bonnie Watson Coleman
New JerseyDemocrat
Frederica S. Wilson
Frederica S. Wilson
FloridaDemocrat
Nikema Williams
Nikema Williams
GeorgiaDemocrat
Nydia M. Velázquez
Nydia M. Velázquez
New YorkDemocrat
David J. Trone
David J. Trone
MarylandDemocrat

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