HRES 595
111th Congress
House
International Affairs
Europe
Human rights
Racial and ethnic relations
Recognizing persons of African descent in Europe.
Introduced: June 26, 2009
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Everywhere this bill has been
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Introduced
In committee
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Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Jun 26, 2009
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Jun 26, 2009
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1619-1620)
Jun 26, 2009
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
Encourages the United States and the international community to recognize the contributions of Black Europeans.
Calls upon European parliamentarians to promote racial equality and combat racial discrimination through efforts such as introducing legislation, speaking out in their parliaments against racism, and working with Black European and other minority communities to develop relevant policies.
What's happening now
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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