United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

SCONRES 26 — A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the designation of the year of 2011 as the International Year for People of African Descent.

Last action — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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  3. Died in session

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Summary

Supports the designation of 2011 as the International Year for People of African Descent. Encourages the recognition of the collective history and achievements made by people of African descent. Reaffirms the importance of the full participation of people of African descent around the world in all aspects of political, economic, social, and cultural life. Recognizes bilateral and multilateral efforts to promote democracy, human rights, and the rule of law, including efforts that target the eradication of poverty, hunger and inequality. Reaffirms the commitment of Congress to address racism, discrimination, and intolerance in the United States and around the globe.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

  2. Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  3. Received in the House.

  4. Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4970-4971; text as passed Senate: CR S4970-4971; text of measure as introduced: CR S4963)

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

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Frequently asked questions

What does SCONRES 26 do?
Supports the designation of 2011 as the International Year for People of African Descent. Encourages the recognition of the collective history and achievements made by people of African descent. Reaffirms the importance of the full participation of people of African descent around the world in all aspects of political, economic, social, and cultural life. Recognizes bilateral and multilateral efforts to promote democracy, human rights, and the rule of law, including efforts that target the eradication of poverty, hunger and inequality. Reaffirms the commitment of Congress to address racism, discrimination, and intolerance in the United States and around the globe.
Who sponsors SCONRES 26?
SCONRES 26 is sponsored by Benjamin Cardin (D).
What is the current status of SCONRES 26?
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.
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