Recognizing the contributions of the New York Public Library's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in educating the people of the United States about the African-American migration experience, and for other purposes.
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Latest action (14 Sep 2009): Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
What this bill does
This U.S. House of Representatives concurrent resolution, H.Con.Res. 42, would formally recognize the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture at the New York Public Library. It would acknowledge the Schomburg Center's work in educating Americans about the diverse experiences of African-American migration. The resolution also aims to honor the courage of individuals who have sought opportunity and justice through migration, and reaffirms a commitment to equality.
The resolution directly affects the Schomburg Center by officially recognizing its contributions. It also speaks to the broader public by encouraging education and reflection on African-American migration as a significant part of American history. The resolution's language is intended to honor various migratory experiences, including those driven by forced displacement and those motivated by ambition and the search for freedom.
Introduced in the House of Representatives in February 2009, this concurrent resolution was referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. It was later sent to a subcommittee. As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the sense of Congress and does not require the President's signature to become effective if passed by both chambers.
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Timeline
14 Sep 2009
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 42 do?
- This U.S. House of Representatives concurrent resolution, H.Con.Res. 42, would formally recognize the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture at the New York Public Library. It would acknowledge the Schomburg Center's work in educating Americans about the diverse experiences of African-American migration. The resolution also aims to honor the courage of individuals who have sought opportunity and justice through migration, and reaffirms a commitment to equality. The resolution directly affects the Schomburg Center by officially recognizing its contributions. It also speaks to the broader public by encouraging education and reflection on African-American migration as a significant part of American history. The resolution's language is intended to honor various migratory experiences, including those driven by forced displacement and those motivated by ambition and the search for freedom. Introduced in the House of Representatives in February 2009, this concurrent resolution was referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. It was later sent to a subcommittee. As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the sense of Congress and does not require the President's signature to become effective if passed by both chambers.
- Has H.Con.Res. 42 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 42. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 42?
- H.Con.Res. 42 was sponsored by Rep. Rangel, Charles B. [D-NY-15] (D-NY), with 26 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 42?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. (14 Sep 2009).
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Recognizing the contributions of the New York Public Library's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in educating the people of the United States about the African-American migration experience, and for other purposes.
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