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A concurrent resolution recognizing the importance of Ralph Bunche as one of the great leaders of the United States, the first African-American Nobel Peace Prize winner, an accomplished scholar, a distinguished diplomat, and a tireless campaigner of civil rights for people throughout the world.

Introduced: November 18, 2003 See on congress.gov
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Nov 25, 2003
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Nov 22, 2003
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S15569)
Nov 22, 2003
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S15569)
Nov 22, 2003
Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S15569)
Nov 22, 2003
Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S15569)
Nov 18, 2003
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S15082)
Nov 18, 2003
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S15082-15083)
Nov 18, 2003
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(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)

Recognizes Ralph Bunche as a pivotal 20th century figure in the struggle for human rights on a global scale. Urges the President to take appropriate measures to encourage the celebration of Bunche's achievements (including being the first African-American to receive the Nobel Peace Prize).

What's happening now November 25, 2003

Held at the desk.

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