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- H.RES.139
H.RES.139: Expressing the sense of Congress regarding commitment to the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced May 9, 2001
- Latest Major Action May 24, 2001
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
26 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of Congress that it: (1) condemns election procedures that result in minority vote dilution and disfranchisement and any person acting under color of law or otherwise engaged in intimidating or denying any eligible person from voting; (2) recognizes the significance of the 15th Amendment, which guarantees American citizens the right to vote; and (3) reaffirms its commitment to the Voting Rights Act of 1965.Expresses the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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| May 9, 2001 |
Introduced in the House by Elijah E. Cummings (D-Md.) |