HRES 425
115th Congress
House
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Supporting the protection of the name Harlem.
Introduced: June 29, 2017
Introduced by:
Espaillat, Adriano
Democratic
· New York
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Became law
Jun 29, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Jun 29, 2017
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
Supports: (1) the protection of the name Harlem, (2) imposing limitations on the ability to change the name of a neighborhood based on economic gain, and (3) the inclusion of community input and consideration of community residents in any decision to change the name of the Harlem neighborhood in New York City.
Declares that a single entity should not have jurisdiction to change the name of a neighborhood and encourages a formal and public vote as a requirement for any such change.
Expresses hope that GPS manufacturers will recognize Harlem as an official destination for travelers.
What's happening now
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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