A resolution recognizing June 2020 as "Immigrant Heritage Month", a celebration of the accomplishments and contributions immigrants and their children have made in making the United States a healthier, safer, more diverse, and prosperous country, and acknowledging the importance of immigrants to the future successes of the United States.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (30 Jun 2020): Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4041-4042)
What this bill does
This resolution, S. Res. 639, formally recognizes June 2020 as "Immigrant Heritage Month." It aims to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of immigrants and their children to the United States, highlighting their impact on the nation's health, safety, diversity, and prosperity. The resolution also acknowledges the importance of immigrants to the country's future success.
The resolution affects immigrants and their descendants by honoring their presence and contributions. It also welcomes current immigrants and those seeking to immigrate to the U.S., recognizing their potential to enhance the nation's society. The resolution encourages people across the country to engage with their immigrant neighbors and colleagues to support the nation's well-being.
S. Res. 639 was introduced in the Senate on June 30, 2020, by Senator Robert Menendez, along with several co-sponsors. It was then referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. As a resolution, if passed by the Senate, it would express the Senate's sentiment and support for the recognition of Immigrant Heritage Month, but it would not enact new laws or establish new programs.
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Official summary
This resolution recognizes June 2020 as Immigrant Heritage Month in honor of the contributions immigrants and their children have made to the United States throughout its history.
The resolution also welcomes immigrants currently in the United States and those seeking to immigrate to the United States to contribute to the health, safety, diversity, and prosperity of the United States by finding their place in our vibrant, multiethnic, and integrated society.
Timeline
30 Jun 2020
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4041-4042)
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 639 do?
- This resolution, S. Res. 639, formally recognizes June 2020 as "Immigrant Heritage Month." It aims to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of immigrants and their children to the United States, highlighting their impact on the nation's health, safety, diversity, and prosperity. The resolution also acknowledges the importance of immigrants to the country's future success. The resolution affects immigrants and their descendants by honoring their presence and contributions. It also welcomes current immigrants and those seeking to immigrate to the U.S., recognizing their potential to enhance the nation's society. The resolution encourages people across the country to engage with their immigrant neighbors and colleagues to support the nation's well-being. S. Res. 639 was introduced in the Senate on June 30, 2020, by Senator Robert Menendez, along with several co-sponsors. It was then referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. As a resolution, if passed by the Senate, it would express the Senate's sentiment and support for the recognition of Immigrant Heritage Month, but it would not enact new laws or establish new programs.
- Has S.Res. 639 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S.Res. 639. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 639?
- S.Res. 639 was sponsored by Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ] (D-NJ), with 8 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 639?
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4041-4042) (30 Jun 2020).
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