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H.RES.231: Recognizing and celebrating the life and accomplishments of the great African American jockey Jimmy "Wink" Winkfield and the significant contributions and excellence of other African American jockeys and trainers in the sport of horse racing and the histo
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced April 21, 2005
- Latest Major Action May 5, 2005
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
53 (46 Democrats, 8 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Celebrates the life and accomplishments of Jimmy "Wink" Winkfield, one of only four jockeys to win back-to-back Kentucky Derbies, who continuously overcame racism and other significant obstacles during his lifetime. Recognizes the significant contributions and excellence of African American jockeys and trainers in horse racing and in the history of the Kentucky Derby.
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
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Committee on Government Reform discharged.
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Mr. Duncan 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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| April 21, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by Bobby L. Rush (D-Ill.) |