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H.RES.272: Commemorating the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced March 26, 2007
- Latest Major Action May 1, 2007
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
55 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the historical significance of the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade to the world. Respects the memory of those who died as a result of slavery, including through exposure to the horrors of the Middle Passage and in resistance to enslavement. States that the House of Representatives should educate current and future generations about this crime against humanity by honoring its significance in U.S....
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
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Mr. Payne moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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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. 272.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| March 26, 2007 |
Introduced in the House by Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) |