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- H.RES.721
H.RES.721: Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the Mendez v. Westminster decision which ended segregation of Mexican and Mexican American students in California schools, and for other purposes;.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced Oct. 9, 2007
- Latest Major Action Oct. 22, 2007
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
15 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the 60th anniversary of the Mendez v. Westminster decision which ended segregation of Mexican and Mexican American students in California schools. Honors the Mendez family, and congratulates Sylvia Mendez for her continued efforts to keep alive the importance of this case and the impact it had on her future. Encourages the continued fight against school segregation, and the education of the people of the United States in the civil...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Ms. Sanchez, Linda T. 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. 721.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Oct. 9, 2007 |
Introduced in the House by Charlie Gonzalez (D-Texas) |