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S.RES.263: A resolution relating to church burning.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
- This bill is primarily about civil rights and liberties, minority issues
- Introduced June 13, 1996
- Latest Major Action June 18, 1996
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
17 (15 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Condemns arson against churches and declares that the investigation and prosecution of those who are responsible, especially for any incidents of arson the purpose of which is to divide communities or to intimidate Americans, should be a high national priority. Commends the President for pledging to devote all Federal resources necessary to bring to justice those responsible. Calls for all investigations of fires at churches which are of...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Submitted in the Senate and held at the desk.
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Referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
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| June 13, 1996 |
Introduced in the Senate by Carol Moseley-Braun (D-Ill.) |