Bill116th CongressFiled Sep 11, 2020Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
H.Res. 1104
Recognizing the historic abolitionist events surrounding the Pearl, and honoring its legacy in American history.
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Sep 11, 2020)
This resolution honors the legacy of those who furthered freedom in the Pearl Incident and recognizes their historical importance. (On April 15, 1848, 77 slaves attempted to flee the District of Columbia and Alexandria, Virginia, on the ship the Pearl.)
What just happenedSep 11, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
Who’s behind it
Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large](D-DC)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseSep 11, 2020
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
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