Condemning the atrocities that occurred in Forsyth County, Georgia, in 1912 in which over 1,100 Black Americans were terrorized and driven out by white supremacist mobs, including dozens of Black Americans who owned land in the county, and reaffirming the House of Representatives' commitment to combating white supremacy, hatred, and injustice.
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Feb 9, 2022)
This resolution condemns the lynching of Rob Edwards, Oscar Daniel, and Ernest Knox and the actions of white supremacist mobs that drove out the Black population of Forsyth County, Georgia, in 1912. It also expresses support for the designation of a national day of remembrance for the victims of forced migrations of Black Americans throughout U.S. history.
What just happenedNov 1, 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseFeb 9, 2022
- Nov 1, 2022Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Subcommittee - Nov 1, 2022Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
Constitution and Limited Government Subcommittee - Feb 9, 2022IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Feb 9, 2022IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1078)
- Feb 9, 2022IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
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Introduced in House