House Simple Resolution 132
117th Congress(2021-2022)
Recognizing people of African descent and Black Europeans.
Introduced
Introduced in House on Feb 18, 2021
Origin Chamber
House
Type
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
132
Congress
117
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
This resolution encourages the recognition of the collective history and achievements of people of African descent and reaffirms the importance of their equal participation in all aspects of political, economic, social, and cultural life.
The resolution also recognizes that many Black Europeans have experienced injustices in the public and private sector and welcomes European efforts to promote racial equality and combat discrimination.
Further, the resolution urges the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development to support efforts to promote equality.
February 18, 2021
04/02/2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Energy, the Environment and Cyber.
02/18/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
02/18/2021
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E141-142)
02/18/2021
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:46:45 PM