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Bill115th CongressFiled Feb 1, 2017Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
S.Res. 38

A resolution recognizing January 30, 2017, as "Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution".

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Feb 1, 2017)

Honors Fred Toyosaburo Korematsu for his loyalty and patriotism to the United States, his work to advocate for the civil liberties of all people of the United States, and his dedication to justice and equality.

Recognizes January 30, 2017, as Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution.

Denounces any governmental effort to discriminate against any individual based on his or her national origin or religion.

What just happenedFeb 1, 2017

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S602-603)

Who’s behind it

Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI](D-HI)Sponsor
15 cosponsors14 D1 I
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  1. Feb 1, 2017IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S602-603)

    Judiciary Committee
  2. Feb 1, 2017IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

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