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H.RES.56: Supporting the goals of the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in recognizing a National Day of Remembrance to increase public awareness of the events surrounding the restriction, exclusion, and internment of individuals
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about immigration
- Introduced Feb. 5, 2003
- Latest Major Action March 4, 2004
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
70 (68 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the historical significance of February 19, 1942, the date Executive Order 9066 was signed by President Roosevelt, which restricted the freedom of Japanese Americans, German Americans, Italian Americans, and legal resident aliens through required identification cards, travel restrictions, seizure of personal property, and internment. Supports the goals of the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in...
(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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Subcommittee on the Constitution Discharged.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
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Reported by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 108-410.
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Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 143.
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Mr. Sensenbrenner 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. 56.
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At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
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Considered as unfinished business.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 404 - 0 (Roll no. 41).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Feb. 5, 2003 |
Introduced in the House by Michael M. Honda (D-Calif.) |