United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HRES 637 — Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the release of information with respect to the 1940 decennial census is a cause for celebration, that the National Archives and Records Administration and the Bureau of the Census should be commended for maintaining custody of such information, and that the citizens of the United State should use such information to learn about their family history.

Last action — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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Summary

Acknowledges the historical significance of April 2, 2012, for the release of the 1940 decennial census records. Commends the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) and the Bureau of the Census for the collection and maintenance of such records. Encourages the people of the United States to research their family history in such records.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 637 do?
Acknowledges the historical significance of April 2, 2012, for the release of the 1940 decennial census records. Commends the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) and the Bureau of the Census for the collection and maintenance of such records. Encourages the people of the United States to research their family history in such records.
Who sponsors HRES 637?
HRES 637 is sponsored by Danny Davis (D).
What is the current status of HRES 637?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HRES 637?
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