H.CON.RES.183: Condemning the recent rash of arson against African-American churches across the United States, pledging to assist law enforcement authorities in apprehending the persons responsible for such acts of arson, supporting bipartisan legislation which would facilitate the prosecution of arsonists and create more severe penalties for arson against houses of worship, and encouraging the people of the United States to work in their communities to prevent future acts of arson against African-American churches.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about congress
  • Introduced June 11, 1996
  • Latest Major Action June 12, 1996

Bill Sponsor

Bill Cosponsors

121 (101 Democrats, 1 Independent, 1 Independent Democrat, 18 Republicans)

Bill Summary

Condemns the rash of arson against African-American churches across the United States during the past 18 months. Pledges to take steps to assist law enforcement authorities in apprehending the persons responsible. Supports the bipartisan legislation introduced by Representatives Conyers and Hyde to facilitate the prosecution of, and increase penalties against, arsonists who target houses of worship. Encourages the people of the United States...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
June 11, 1996

Introduced in the House by Eva Clayton (D-N.C.)

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