Encouraging the people of the United States to honor and celebrate the 140th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation and commending Abraham Lincoln's efforts to end slavery.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (27 Feb 2003): Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
What this bill does
This bill, H.Con.Res. 36, would express that Congress recognizes the historical importance of the 140th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. It also encourages people across the United States to honor and celebrate this anniversary, and commends Abraham Lincoln for his efforts to end slavery. The resolution highlights the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation in American history.
The bill affects all people in the United States by encouraging them to celebrate and learn about this historical event. It aims to provide an opportunity for everyone to understand the past and the experiences that have shaped the nation, promoting a spirit of freedom, justice, and equality. The resolution specifically mentions the historical context of the Emancipation Proclamation and its eventual impact.
This concurrent resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 12, 2003, and was later received in the Senate. It was then referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both houses, it does not require the President's signature and becomes an official expression of Congress.
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Timeline
27 Feb 2003
Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 36 do?
- This bill, H.Con.Res. 36, would express that Congress recognizes the historical importance of the 140th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. It also encourages people across the United States to honor and celebrate this anniversary, and commends Abraham Lincoln for his efforts to end slavery. The resolution highlights the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation in American history. The bill affects all people in the United States by encouraging them to celebrate and learn about this historical event. It aims to provide an opportunity for everyone to understand the past and the experiences that have shaped the nation, promoting a spirit of freedom, justice, and equality. The resolution specifically mentions the historical context of the Emancipation Proclamation and its eventual impact. This concurrent resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 12, 2003, and was later received in the Senate. It was then referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both houses, it does not require the President's signature and becomes an official expression of Congress.
- Has H.Con.Res. 36 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 36. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 36?
- H.Con.Res. 36 was sponsored by Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7] (D-IL), with 116 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 36?
- Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (27 Feb 2003).
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