HJRES113Referred to Committee

Original Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-08-15
Introduced
28
Cosponsors
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Sponsor

Al Green
Al Green
Democrat · TX · Representative
Votes with party: 98.1% (647 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (28)

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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

2025-08-15

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Plain-English Summary

The resolution would establish a federal day of remembrance to honor the history and legacy of slavery in the United States. This would give Americans an official opportunity to reflect on and educate themselves about slavery's impact on the nation, particularly for African Americans and their descendants. The measure has been referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform for consideration.

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Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
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