Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commission Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jul 19, 2017)
Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commission Act
This bill establishes the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commission to: (1) plan, develop, and carry out programs and activities to honor Frederick Douglass for the bicentennial anniversary of his birth; and (2) recommend the federal government entities appropriate to carry out such programs and activities.
Not later than August 1, 2018, the commission must recommend appropriate activities to Congress. A final report detailing commission activities and expenditures must be submitted not later than June 1, 2019.
What just happenedJul 19, 2017
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4083)
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateJul 19, 2017
- Jul 19, 2017IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4083)
Judiciary Committee - Jul 19, 2017IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate