HRES 787
114th Congress
House
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Commemorative events and holidays
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history
Recognizing June 19, 2016, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.
Introduced: June 15, 2016
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Jun 15, 2016
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Jun 15, 2016
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
Recognizes the historical significance to the nation, and supports the continued celebration, of Juneteenth Independence Day.
Declares the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) history should be regarded as a means for understanding the past and solving the challenges of the future, and (2) the celebration of the end of slavery is an important and enriching part of the history and heritage of the United States.
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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