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HRES 858 117th Congress House International Affairs

Recognizing the week of December 26, 2021, as the "Week of the Quincentennial of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas".

Introduced: December 23, 2021 Introduced by: Espaillat, Adriano Democratic · New York See on congress.gov
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Feb 22, 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, Civilian Security, Migration and International Economic Policy.
Dec 23, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Dec 23, 2021
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

This resolution recognizes the historical significance of the Week of the Quincentennial Anniversary of the December 26, 1521, Santo Domingo Slave Revolt to the eventual abolition of slavery in the United States.

The resolution also supports the recognition of the Quincentennial Anniversary of the 1521 Santo Domingo Slave Revolt as an everlasting symbol of heroic sacrifice and gallantry by the slaves being held against their will in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

Finally, the resolution encourages the people of the United States to recognize the significance of this event, and commemorate this event by reflecting on, learning about, and sharing the story of this event.

What's happening now February 22, 2022

Referred to the Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, Civilian Security, Migration and International Economic Policy.

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