Expressing the sense of Congress that Zora Neale Hurston should be recognized for her achievements as a novelist and anthropologist, and for her contributions to the Harlem Renaissance movement.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (6 Feb 2007): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
What this bill does
This bill, H.Con.Res. 59, is a proposal to express the sense of Congress that Zora Neale Hurston deserves recognition. Specifically, it calls for acknowledging her accomplishments as a novelist and anthropologist, as well as her role in the Harlem Renaissance movement.
The resolution would affect the public perception and historical record by formally stating Congress's view on Hurston's significance. It highlights her academic background, her research into African-American communities and voodoo practices, and her influential novel "Their Eyes Were Watching God." The bill aims to elevate her standing as a literary figure and cultural contributor.
Introduced in the House of Representatives in February 2007 by Representative Rangel, the bill was referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and the Senate, it would represent a statement of congressional opinion but would not require the President's signature and would not create new law.
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Timeline
6 Feb 2007
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 59 do?
- This bill, H.Con.Res. 59, is a proposal to express the sense of Congress that Zora Neale Hurston deserves recognition. Specifically, it calls for acknowledging her accomplishments as a novelist and anthropologist, as well as her role in the Harlem Renaissance movement. The resolution would affect the public perception and historical record by formally stating Congress's view on Hurston's significance. It highlights her academic background, her research into African-American communities and voodoo practices, and her influential novel "Their Eyes Were Watching God." The bill aims to elevate her standing as a literary figure and cultural contributor. Introduced in the House of Representatives in February 2007 by Representative Rangel, the bill was referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and the Senate, it would represent a statement of congressional opinion but would not require the President's signature and would not create new law.
- Has H.Con.Res. 59 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 59. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 59?
- H.Con.Res. 59 was sponsored by Rep. Rangel, Charles B. [D-NY-15] (D-NY), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 59?
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (6 Feb 2007).
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