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116th Congress
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Recognizing people of African descent and Black Europeans.
Introduced: March 26, 2019
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Everywhere this bill has been
4 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Apr 2, 2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, Energy and the Environment.
Mar 26, 2019
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Mar 26, 2019
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E352)
Mar 26, 2019
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
This resolution encourages the recognition of the collective history and achievements of people of African descent and reaffirms the importance of their equal participation in all aspects of political, economic, social, and cultural life.
The resolution recognizes that many black Europeans have experienced injustices in the public and private sector and welcomes European efforts to promote racial equality and combat discrimination.
The resolution urges the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development to support efforts to promote equality.
What's happening now
Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, Energy and the Environment.
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