HRES 198 110th Congress House Commemorations Black history History Minorities Special months

Recognizing the significance of Black History Month.

Introduced: February 27, 2007 Introduced by: Green, Al Democratic · Texas See on congress.gov

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Mar 12, 2007

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Mar 12, 2007

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2416)

Mar 12, 2007

Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H2416)

Mar 12, 2007

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 198.

Mar 12, 2007

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2416-2418)

Mar 12, 2007

Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

Mar 8, 2007

Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

Mar 8, 2007

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

Feb 28, 2007

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1981-1982)

Feb 27, 2007

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Feb 27, 2007

Introduced in House

Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

(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.

What's happening now March 12, 2007

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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