Introduced in SenateJun 10, 2016
Commemorates the 50th anniversary of the "James H. Meredith March Against Fear."
Bill114th CongressFiled Jun 10, 2016Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
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.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jun 10, 2016)
Commemorates the 50th anniversary of the "James H. Meredith March Against Fear."
What just happenedJun 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)
Who’s behind it
Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS](R-MS)Sponsor
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- Agreed to SenateJun 10, 2016
- Jun 10, 2016Floor
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)
- Jun 10, 2016Floor17000
Passed/agreed to in Senate: 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)
- Jun 10, 2016IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate
Passed Senate without amendmentJun 10, 201682
(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.