Bill117th CongressFiled Apr 16, 2021Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
H.Res. 324
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 (Apr 16, 2021)
This resolution honors the legacy of all those who furthered freedom from slavery and were involved 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 happenedApr 16, 2021
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 HouseApr 16, 2021
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
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