S.RES.488: A resolution recognizing the historical significance and the 50th anniversary of the "James H. Meredith March Against Fear", a 220-mile walk down Highway 51 from Memphis, Tennessee, to Jackson, Mississippi.

About This Bill

  • Introduced June 10, 2016
  • Latest Major Action June 10, 2016

Bill Cosponsors

2 (1 Democrat, 1 Republican)

Bill Summary

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Commemorates the 50th anniversary of the "James H. Meredith March Against Fear." Recognizes the discipline and focus required to complete the march during the most contentious decade in the Civil Rights Movement to encourage African-Americans to defy intimidation and register voters.

(Source: Library of Congress)

What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill

There is one statement associated with S.RES.488.

Bill Actions

Date Description
June 10, 2016

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3790; text as passed Senate: CR S3797)

June 10, 2016

Introduced in the Senate by Roger Wicker (R-Miss.)

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