Recognizing the week of December 26, 2021, as the "Week of the Quincentennial of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas".
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Dec 23, 2021)
This resolution recognizes the historical significance of the Week of the Quincentennial Anniversary of the December 26, 1521, Santo Domingo Slave Revolt to the eventual abolition of slavery in the United States.
The resolution also supports the recognition of the Quincentennial Anniversary of the 1521 Santo Domingo Slave Revolt as an everlasting symbol of heroic sacrifice and gallantry by the slaves being held against their will in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
Finally, the resolution encourages the people of the United States to recognize the significance of this event, and commemorate this event by reflecting on, learning about, and sharing the story of this event.
What just happenedFeb 22, 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, Civilian Security, Migration and International Economic Policy.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseDec 23, 2021
- Feb 22, 2022Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, Civilian Security, Migration and International Economic Policy.
Western Hemisphere Subcommittee - Dec 23, 2021IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Foreign Affairs Committee - Dec 23, 2021IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Dec 23, 2021IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House