Recognizing the week of December 26, 2021, as the "Week of the Quincentennial of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas".
Summary
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.
Bill status
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1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2021
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Introduced Dec 23, 2021
Last action Feb 22, 2022
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Feb 22, 2022
House · Referred to committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, Civilian Security, Migration and International Economic Policy.
Dec 23, 2021
House · Referred to committee
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Dec 23, 2021
House · Introduced
Introduced in House
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Adriano Espaillat
DDemocratic
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