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A resolution designating February 16, 2023, as "National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day".
3/4/2024, 7:45 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 77
Bill 118 S.Res. 77, also known as the resolution designating February 16, 2023, as "National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day," is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The bill aims to honor the legacy of Elizabeth Peratrovich, a civil rights activist and member of the Tlingit Nation who played a key role in advocating for the passage of the Alaska Anti-Discrimination Act of 1945.
The resolution recognizes Peratrovich's contributions to the fight against discrimination and her efforts to secure equal rights for Indigenous peoples in Alaska. It highlights her powerful testimony before the Alaska Territorial Legislature, where she spoke out against the segregation and mistreatment of Alaska Natives.
By designating February 16th as "National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day," the resolution seeks to raise awareness about Peratrovich's important work and to celebrate her impact on civil rights in Alaska and beyond. It encourages individuals and communities to commemorate this day by reflecting on Peratrovich's achievements and continuing the fight for equality and justice for all. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 77 is a bipartisan effort to honor the legacy of Elizabeth Peratrovich and to recognize her significant contributions to the advancement of civil rights in the United States.
The resolution recognizes Peratrovich's contributions to the fight against discrimination and her efforts to secure equal rights for Indigenous peoples in Alaska. It highlights her powerful testimony before the Alaska Territorial Legislature, where she spoke out against the segregation and mistreatment of Alaska Natives.
By designating February 16th as "National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day," the resolution seeks to raise awareness about Peratrovich's important work and to celebrate her impact on civil rights in Alaska and beyond. It encourages individuals and communities to commemorate this day by reflecting on Peratrovich's achievements and continuing the fight for equality and justice for all. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 77 is a bipartisan effort to honor the legacy of Elizabeth Peratrovich and to recognize her significant contributions to the advancement of civil rights in the United States.
Congressional Summary of SRES 77
This resolution designates February 16, 2023, as National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day. It also encourages the people of the United States and members of Congress to commemorate the life and civil rights advocacy of Elizabeth Wanamaker Peratrovich by continuing the important work of ensuring equality for Alaska Natives and Native Americans.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 77
Bill SRES 77 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 16, 2023. Bill SRES 77 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 16, 2023. Bill SRES 77's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S475-476; text: CR S464) as of February 16, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 77
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 77
Primary Policy Focus
Native AmericansPotential Impact Areas
- Alaska Natives and Hawaiians
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Congressional tributes
- Racial and ethnic relations
- U.S. history
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 77
A resolution designating February 16, 2023, as "National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day".
A resolution designating February 16, 2023, as "National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 77
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