H.RES.198
 
Recognizing the significance of Black History Month.
5 Total Points
Summary

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Recognizes the significance of Black History Month as an important time to recognize the contributions of Black Americans in the nation's history.

Encourages the continued celebration of this month to provide an opportunity for all people of the United States to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the nation.

Affirms that: (1) the contributions of Black Americans are a significant part of the history, progress, and heritage of the United States; and (2) the ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the nation.

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and 78 Cosponsors
Julia Carson (D) (IN-07-Deceased)
Eleanor Holmes Norton (D) (DC)
Donna Christensen (D) (Vir Isl)
Madeleine Bordallo (D) (Guam)
Spencer Bachus (R) (AL-06)
Legislation Slant
Latest Action: Passed/agreed to in House. Status: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
This action occurred on Monday, March 12, 2007 and earned 4 points.
Legislative Progress
Introduced in the House on February 27, 2007
Passed in the House on March 12, 2007
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H.RES.942