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Version 00 · Introduced in House · Jun 14, 2001
Recognizes the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day (celebrated on June 19 for 136 years to honor memory of all those who endured slavery and especially those who moved from slavery to freedom). Encourages the continued celebration of this day to provide an opportunity for all people of the United States to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the Nation.Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) history be regarded as a means for understanding the past and solving the challenges of the future; (2) the celebration of the end of slavery is an important and enriching part of the history and heritage of the United States; and (3) a copy of this joint resolution should be transmitted to the National Association of Juneteenth Lineage as an expression of appreciation for its role in promoting the observance of the end of slavery.
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Rep. Watts, J. C., Jr. [R-OK-4] · R–OK
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Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 415 - 0 (Roll no. 168). (text: CR H3224)
House roll call 168 · Individual votesPassed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 415 - 0 (Roll no. 168).(text: CR H3224)
House roll call 168 · Individual votesConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3231)
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 163.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3224-3229)
Mr. Shays moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Civil Service and Agency Organization.
Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
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