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H.CON.RES.186: Expressing the sense of Congress with respect to recent church burnings.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced June 13, 1996
- Latest Major Action June 13, 1996
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
103 (71 Democrats, 1 Independent, 1 Independent Democrat, 30 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Condemns the burning of African-American churches. Sends condolences to affected individuals. Supports the activities of local law enforcement officials, the Department of Justice, and the Department of the Treasury in investigating these incidents. Urges: (1) the United States Attorney General and local prosecutors to seek the maximum penalty available under law to punish the perpetrators; and (2) the President to make the fullest possible...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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June 13, 1996 |
Introduced in the House by J.C. Watts (R-Okla.) |