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S.RES.272: A resolution recognizing and honoring the life and achievements of Constance Baker Motley, a judge for the United States District Court, Southern District of New York.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Oct. 7, 2005
- Latest Major Action Oct. 7, 2005
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
27 (21 Democrats, 7 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Commends the late Constance Baker Motley, the first African-American woman appointed and confirmed for a federal judgeship and the former chief judge of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, for her service on the court and her lifelong commitment to civil rights and social justice.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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Oct. 7, 2005 |
Introduced in the Senate by Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.) |