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- H.CON.RES.47
H.CON.RES.47: Acknowledging African descendants of the transatlantic slave trade in all of the Americas with an emphasis on those descendants in Latin America and the Caribbean, recognizing the injustices suffered by these African descendants, and recommending that the
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Feb. 13, 2003
- Latest Major Action Feb. 13, 2003
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
53 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Recognizes: (1) African descendants for their contributions to the economic, social, and cultural fabric of the countries in the Americas, particularly in Latin American and Caribbean societies; and (2) that as a result of their skin color and ancestry, such descendants have wrongfully experienced economic, social, and political injustices. Urges the President to encourage the celebration and remembrance of the achievements of African...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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| Feb. 13, 2003 |
Introduced in the House by Charles B. Rangel (D-N.Y.) |