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House Simple Resolution 869
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Original Black History Month Resolution of 2020
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Introduced in House on Feb 27, 2020
Overview
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Feb 27, 2020
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Feb 27, 2020
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Simple Resolution
Simple Resolution
A form of legislative measure introduced and potentially acted upon by only one congressional chamber and used for the regulation of business only within the chamber of origin. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Res. or S.Res. Joint resolutions and concurrent resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
869
Congress
116
Policy Area
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
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Summary

Original Black History Month Resolution of 2020

This resolution recognizes the importance of commemorating Black History Month to acknowledge the achievements of African Americans throughout history.

Text (1)
February 27, 2020
Actions (2)
02/27/2020
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
02/27/2020
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Feb 8, 2022 11:21:28 PM