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Recognizing Filipino American History Month and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the United States. [HR-471]
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Recognizing Filipino American History Month and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the United States. Recognizes the celebration of Filipino American History Month as: a study of the advancement of Filipino Americans; and a time to renew efforts toward the research and examination of history and culture so as to provide an opportunity for all people of the United States to learn more about Filipino Americans, and to appreciate the historic contributions of Filipino Americans to the United
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Introduced In House on 10/08/2015
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Honoring the victims, survivors, and those who responded to the Eastland disaster - a shipwreck which resulted in the deaths of 844 passengers and crew - on its centennial. [HR-375]
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Honoring the victims, survivors, and those who responded to the Eastland disaster - a shipwreck which resulted in the deaths of 844 passengers and crew - on its centennial. Honors the working-class families of Illinois who lost their lives as a result of the Eastland shipwreck disaster. Recognizes the brave first responders, both volunteers and professionals, for their rapid response in their community's time of need. Reaffirms the importance of intelligent maritime safety policy.
Sponsored by: Rep. Mike Quigley
Referred To The Subcommittee On Coast Guard And Maritime Transportation. on 07/24/2015
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Welcoming the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Committee's inscription of the San Antonio Missions to the World Heritage list, recognizing the San Antonio Missions as having universal historical and cultural significance, and congratulating the people of San Antonio for their years of hard work to make this designation a reality. [HR-358]
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Welcoming the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Committee's inscription of the San Antonio Missions to the World Heritage list, recognizing the San Antonio Missions as having universal historical and cultural significance, and congratulating the people of San Antonio for their years of hard work to make this designation a reality. Welcomes the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization World Heritage Committee's inscription of the San Antonio Missions to the World Heritage
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Sponsored by: Rep. Henry Cuellar
Introduced In House on 07/10/2015
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Designating the Ulysses S. Grant Association as the organization to implement the bicentennial celebration of the birth of Ulysses S. Grant, Civil War General and 2-term President of the United States. [HR-334]
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Designating the Ulysses S. Grant Association as the organization to implement the bicentennial celebration of the birth of Ulysses S. Grant, Civil War General and 2-term President of the United States. Expresses support for the bicentennial celebration of the birth of Ulysses S. Grant. Designates the Ulysses S. Grant Association, housed at the Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library at Mississippi State University, as the designated institution for organizing and leading the celebration of the bicentennial.
Sponsored by: Sen. Marsha Blackburn
Introduced In House on 06/23/2015
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Recognizing the month of June as "Immigrant Heritage Month," a celebration of the accomplishments and contributions immigrants and their children have made in shaping the history, strengthening the economy, and enriching the culture of the United States. [HR-325]
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Recognizing the month of June as "Immigrant Heritage Month," a celebration of the accomplishments and contributions immigrants and their children have made in shaping the history, strengthening the economy, and enriching the culture of the United States. Recognizes Immigrant Heritage Month in honor of the role of immigrants and their children in shaping U.S. history and culture. Declares that the House of Representatives pledges to celebrate immigrant contributions to, and immigrant heritage in, each congressional district. Encourages the people
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Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney
Introduced In House on 06/17/2015
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Observing the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day. [HR-316]
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Observing the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day. Recognizes the historical significance to the nation, and supports the continued celebration, of Juneteenth Independence Day. Recognizes that the celebration of the end of slavery is an important and enriching part of the history and heritage of the United States.
Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Introduced In House on 06/15/2015
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Expressing support for designation of May 23rd as "National Rosie the Riveter Day". [HR-313]
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Expressing support for designation of May 23rd as "National Rosie the Riveter Day". Supports the designation of National Rosie the Riveter Day. Acknowledges the important role played by women in World War II.
Sponsored by: Rep. Jackie Speier
Introduced In House on 06/12/2015
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Recognizing June 19, 2015, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day. [HR-309]
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Recognizing June 19, 2015, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day. Recognizes the historical significance to the nation, and supports the continued celebration, of Juneteenth Independence Day. Declares the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) history should be regarded as a means for understanding the past and solving the challenges of the future, and (2) the celebration of the end of slavery is an important and enriching part of the history and heritage of the United States.
Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald E. Connolly
Introduced In House on 06/11/2015
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Recognizing the significance of National Caribbean American Heritage Month. [HR-284]
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Recognizing the significance of National Caribbean American Heritage Month. Supports the goals and ideals of Caribbean-American Heritage Month (in the month of June). Affirms that: (1) the contributions of Caribbean-Americans are a significant part of the history, progress, and heritage of the United States; and (2) the ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the nation.
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Introduced In House on 05/21/2015
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Recognizing the significance of women in education. [HR-176]
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Recognizing the significance of women in education. Recognizes the significance of women in education, acknowledges their contributions to advancing women's rights, and recognizes their significance to dismantling barriers to ethnic, racial, and gender equality in the United States. Recognizes that the ethnic, racial, and gender diversity enriches and strengthens the United States. Encourages all states to include the history and contributions of women in education in their year-round educational curriculum.
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Introduced In House on 03/26/2015
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Acknowledging and honoring brave young men from Hawaii who enabled the United States to establish and maintain jurisdiction in remote equatorial islands as prolonged conflict in the Pacific lead to World War II. [HR-169]
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Acknowledging and honoring brave young men from Hawaii who enabled the United States to establish and maintain jurisdiction in remote equatorial islands as prolonged conflict in the Pacific lead to World War II. Honors the accomplishments of the Hui Panala 'au colonists and the young men who helped secure and maintain U.S. jurisdiction over equatorial islands in the Pacific Ocean during the years leading up to and the months immediately following the bombing of Pearl Harbor and the entry of the United States into World War II. Acknowledges the local,
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Sponsored by: Rep. Gregorio Sablan
Reported By The Committee On Natural Resources. H. Rept. 114-720. on 09/06/2016
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Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month. [HR-137]
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Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month. Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month. Recognizes and honors the women and organizations in the United States that have fought for and continue to promote the teaching of women's history.
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Introduced In House on 03/03/2015
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Recognizing the significance of Black History Month. [HR-13]
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Recognizing the significance of Black History Month. Recognizes the significance of Black History Month as an important time to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of African-Americans in the nation's history. Encourages the continued celebration of this month to provide an opportunity for all peoples of the United States to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the nation. Recognizes that the ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the nation. Encourages states
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Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr H796-799) on 02/04/2015
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Recognizing the significance of the Greensboro Four Sit In. [HR-128]
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Recognizing the significance of the Greensboro Four Sit In. Recognizes the contribution of the Greensboro Four to the revitalization of the civil rights movement and their significance as a catalyst for the mobilization of college students coalescing in the formation of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee. Recognizes that ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the nation. Encourages states to include the history and contributions of the Greensboro Four in their year-round educational curriculum.
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution And Civil Justice. on 03/17/2015
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Recognizing the significance of the 68th anniversary of the signing of Executive Order 9066 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and supporting the goals of the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in recognizing a National Day of Remembrance to increase public awareness of the events surrounding the restriction, exclusion, and incarceration of individuals and families during World War II. [HR-118]
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Recognizing the significance of the 68th anniversary of the signing of Executive Order 9066 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and supporting the goals of the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in recognizing a National Day of Remembrance to increase public awareness of the events surrounding the restriction, exclusion, and incarceration of individuals and families during World War II. Recognizes the historical significance of February 19, 1942, the date Executive Order 9066 was signed by President Roosevelt, restricting
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution And Civil Justice. on 03/17/2015
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Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the ratification of the 13th Amendment. [HCR-93]
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Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the ratification of the 13th Amendment. Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center on December 9, 2015, for a ceremony to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the ratification of the Thirteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which abolished slavery in the United States.
Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Scalise
Message On Senate Action Sent To The House. on 11/19/2015
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Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the ratification of the 13th Amendment. [HCR-83]
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Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the ratification of the 13th Amendment. Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center on December 8, 2015, for a ceremony to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the ratification of the Thirteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which abolished slavery in the United States.
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Introduced In House on 10/01/2015
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Supporting the designation of the week of September 11 to September 17 as "Patriot Week". [HCR-58]
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Supporting the designation of the week of September 11 to September 17 as "Patriot Week". Expresses support for the designation of Patriot Week. Recognizes that each generation should renew the spirit of the nation based on the first principles, historical figures, founding documents, and symbols of the United States.
Sponsored by: Rep. John R. Moolenaar
Introduced In House on 06/25/2015
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Expressing the sense of Congress that the United States Postal Service should issue a commemorative stamp honoring the 50th anniversary of the three civil rights marches from Selma, Alabama to Montgomery, Alabama that took place over the course of several weeks in March 1965. [HCR-23]
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Expressing the sense of Congress that the United States Postal Service should issue a commemorative stamp honoring the 50th anniversary of the three civil rights marches from Selma, Alabama to Montgomery, Alabama that took place over the course of several weeks in March 1965. Expresses the sense of Congress that the U.S. Postal Service should issue a commemorative postage stamp honoring the 50th anniversary of the three civil rights marches from Selma, Alabama, to Montgomery, Alabama.
Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney
Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr E314) on 03/06/2015
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Recognizing the opening of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture, the only national museum dedicated to documenting African American life, history, and culture. [HCR-160]
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Recognizing the opening of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture, the only national museum dedicated to documenting African American life, history, and culture. Commends the leadership, staff, scholars, designers, construction workers, volunteers, charter members, and donors who worked tirelessly to realize the venerable dream of opening the National Museum of African American History and Culture of the Smithsonian Institution. Encourages all citizens and residents of, and visitors to, the United States to visit
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Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney
Introduced In House on 09/22/2016