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- H.RES.495
H.RES.495: Relating to the recognition of the connection between the emancipation of African slaves in the Danish West Indies, now the United States Virgin Islands, to the American Declaration of Independence from the British Government.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced June 25, 1998
- Latest Major Action June 25, 1998
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Urges: (1) the American people to recognize the historical significance of the emancipation of African slaves in what is now the United States Virgin Islands; and (2) Virgin Islanders and all Americans to maintain their unwavering commitment to preserve, protect, and defend human rights and freedom.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.
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Committee on Judiciary discharged.
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Mr. Pease asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
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Considered by unanimous consent.
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On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| June 25, 1998 |
Introduced in the House by Donna M.C. Christensen (D-Virgin Islands) |