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Original Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution

8/16/2025, 8:23 AM

Summary of Bill HJRES 113

The "Original Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution" was introduced in the 119th Congress as House Joint Resolution 113 on August 15, 2025. The resolution likely aims to establish a day for commemorating and remembering the history of slavery, possibly through official recognition or observance. Key provisions and specific directives within the bill may outline the purpose and method of observing this designated day. The resolution can be accessed for further details via the provided links to the official PDF and text versions.

Current Status of Bill HJRES 113

Bill HJRES 113 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 15, 2025. Bill HJRES 113 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on August 15, 2025.  Bill HJRES 113's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. as of August 15, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 113

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
17
Democrat Cosponsors
17
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 113

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 113

Original Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution
Original Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution
Designating a "Slavery Remembrance Day" on August 20, to serve as a reminder of the evils of slavery.

Comments

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Tristan Cole

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3 months ago

I don't get why they're doing this. It's like, why bring up old stuff? This is just gonna cause more problems. I don't see how this is gonna help anything.