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- H.RES.121
H.RES.121: Affirming the Congress' opposition to all forms of racism and bigotry.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 106th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced March 17, 1999
- Latest Major Action March 23, 1999
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Declares that the House of Representatives: (1) insists that individuals' rights are nonnegotiable; (2) opposes those seeking to divide Americans on the grounds of race, religion, or ethnic origin; (3) denounces all who practice racism, anti-Semitism, ethnic prejudice, or religious intolerance; and (4) calls on all Americans of good will to reject hatred and bigotry.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Mr. Gekas moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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Considered under suspension of the rules.
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 121.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 254 - 152, 24 Present (Roll no. 60).
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| March 17, 1999 |
Introduced in the House by J.C. Watts (R-Okla.) |