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H.RES.826: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the hanging of nooses is a horrible act when used for the purpose of intimidation and which under certain circumstances can be a criminal act that should be thoroughly investigated by Federal law e
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about civil rights and liberties, minority issues
- Introduced Nov. 14, 2007
- Latest Major Action Dec. 5, 2007
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
60 (53 Democrats, 8 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the hanging of nooses for the purpose of intimidation is a horrible, and under certain circumstances, criminal act.Calls for federal investigation of such conduct and vigorous prosecution of any criminal violations.
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Mr. Conyers 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. 826.
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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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Nov. 14, 2007 |
Introduced in the House by Al Green (D-Texas) |